Serving 788 students in grades 6-8, Kenwood Trail Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenwood Trail Middle School's student population of 788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Together we RISE
School Rankings
Kenwood Trail Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Trail Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Trail Middle School's ranking?
Kenwood Trail Middle School is ranked #584 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kenwood Trail Middle School often compared to?
Kenwood Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century Middle School, Mcguire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kenwood Trail Middle School?
788 students attend Kenwood Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kenwood Trail Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenwood Trail Middle School?
Kenwood Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kenwood Trail Middle School offer ?
Kenwood Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenwood Trail Middle School part of?
Kenwood Trail Middle School is part of Lakeville Area Schools School District.
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