East Grand Forks Public Schools

The East Grand Forks Public Schools district in Minnesota consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that Central Middle is the standout school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 100 middle schools in Minnesota and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. Central Middle boasts strong test scores, with 48.67% of students proficient or better in Math and 53.98% proficient or better in Reading, significantly higher than the district and state averages.

In contrast, South Point Elementary has been ranked in the bottom half of Minnesota elementary schools, earning only 2 stars from SchoolDigger. Its test scores lag behind the district and state, with only 43.18% of students proficient or better in Reading and 43.46% in Math. The district as a whole has a relatively diverse student population, with significant percentages of African American, Hispanic, and Native American students, as well as a high free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a large population of economically disadvantaged students.

The district's graduation rate of 85.6% is slightly below the state average, while its dropout rate of 7.5% is higher. The wide range in student-teacher ratios, from 13.7 to 27.6, suggests the district may need to evaluate its staffing and resource allocation to ensure equitable learning environments across all schools. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive view of the East Grand Forks Public Schools district, highlighting both its strengths and areas for improvement.