Summary:
There is only one middle school located in the 56379 zip code - Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 and is part of the Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools district. The school has seen a decline in its statewide ranking in recent years, dropping from 252 out of 529 Minnesota middle schools in 2022-2023 to 312 out of 519 in 2024-2025.
Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School's academic performance is mixed compared to state averages. While the school's reading proficiency rates are close to the Minnesota average, its math proficiency rates are significantly lower, with only 23.98% of students proficient or better compared to the state average of 45.21%. Additionally, the school has a relatively high free/reduced lunch rate of 35.9%, indicating a large proportion of economically disadvantaged students.
Despite these challenges, Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School maintains an average student-teacher ratio of 16.9, which is close to the state average. The school's overall performance and ranking suggest there is room for improvement, particularly in the area of math instruction and supporting economically disadvantaged students. Addressing these areas could be a focus for the school and district to enhance student outcomes.
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