Serving 979 students in grades 6-8, South View Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South View Middle School's student population of 979 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
South View Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South View Middle School is 0.52, 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
#149 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
68%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 South View Middle School's ranking?
South View Middle School is ranked #149 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are South View Middle School often compared to?
South View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend South View Middle School?
979 students attend South View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South View Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South View Middle School?
South View Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South View Middle School offer ?
South View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South View Middle School part of?
South View Middle School is part of Edina Public School District.
In what neighborhood is South View Middle School located?
South View Middle School is located in the Concord neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Concord.
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