Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Shakopee East Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shakopee East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shakopee East Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Shakopee East Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shakopee East Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#884 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
46%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Shakopee East Middle School's ranking?
Shakopee East Middle School is ranked #884 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Shakopee East Middle School often compared to?
Shakopee East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shakopee West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Shakopee East Middle School?
798 students attend Shakopee East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Shakopee East Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 Shakopee East Middle School?
Shakopee East Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shakopee East Middle School offer ?
Shakopee East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shakopee East Middle School part of?
Shakopee East Middle School is part of Shakopee Public School District.
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