Serving 720 students in grades 6-8, Orono Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orono Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orono Middle School's student population of 720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Campus Size
120 acres
School Motto
Where Excellence is a Tradition and a Goal
School Rankings
Orono Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orono Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orono Middle School's ranking?
Orono Middle School is ranked #112 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Orono Middle School?
720 students attend Orono Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Orono Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orono Middle School?
Orono Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Orono Middle School offer ?
Orono Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orono Middle School part of?
Orono Middle School is part of Orono Public School District.
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