Serving 147 students in grades 6, Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6's student population of 147 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 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
#368 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
88%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6's ranking?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 is ranked #368 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6?
147 students attend Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 offer ?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 part of?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 is part of Spectrum High School District.
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