Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Wayzata West Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayzata West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wayzata West Middle School's student population of 714 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Wayzata West Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayzata West Middle School is 0.58, 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
#25 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Wayzata West Middle School's ranking?
Wayzata West Middle School is ranked #25 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wayzata West Middle School often compared to?
Wayzata West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata Central Middle School, Wayzata East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Wayzata West Middle School?
714 students attend Wayzata West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wayzata West Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayzata West Middle School?
Wayzata West Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayzata West Middle School offer ?
Wayzata West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayzata West Middle School part of?
Wayzata West Middle School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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