Serving 850 students in grades 6-8, Northfield Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northfield Middle School's student population of 850 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Northfield Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield Middle School is 0.35, 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
#330 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Northfield Middle School's ranking?
Northfield Middle School is ranked #330 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northfield Middle School often compared to?
Northfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faribault Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northfield Middle School?
850 students attend Northfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northfield Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northfield Middle School?
Northfield Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northfield Middle School offer ?
Northfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northfield Middle School part of?
Northfield Middle School is part of Northfield Public School District.
School Reviews
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