Summary:
The 56501 zip code in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota is home to a single public middle school, Detroit Lakes Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 and is part of the Detroit Lakes Public School District. While the school's performance, as measured by test scores, is generally below the district and state averages in both Math and Reading, it does show a slightly above-average proficiency rate in 8th grade Science. The school has a relatively high free/reduced lunch rate of 43.25%, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students.
In the 2024-2025 school year, Detroit Lakes Middle School ranked 209 out of 519 Minnesota middle schools, with a 3-star rating. This ranking has remained relatively consistent, with the school ranking 213 out of 545 in 2023-2024 and 169 out of 529 in 2022-2023, also with 3-star ratings. The school's student-teacher ratio of 16.6 is within a reasonable range, but it is unclear how this compares to district or state averages.
Overall, Detroit Lakes Middle School appears to be the only middle school option for families in the 56501 zip code. While the school's academic performance is below the district and state averages in some areas, it does show strength in 8th grade Science. The school's high free/reduced lunch rate suggests a need to address the unique challenges faced by economically disadvantaged students in the community.
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