Middle Schools in Hutchinson Public School District

The Hutchinson Public School District in Minnesota is home to two middle schools: Hutchinson Middle and Hutchinson Middle School A.L.C. While both serve students in grades 6-8, the data reveals a stark contrast in their performance and student demographics.

Hutchinson Middle stands out as the stronger-performing school, consistently ranking among the top middle schools in Minnesota and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school outperforms the district and state averages in both math and reading proficiency, with a student population that is predominantly White. In contrast, Hutchinson Middle School A.L.C. struggles significantly, ranking 511 out of 545 middle schools and earning a 0-star rating. The school has a higher percentage of Hispanic students and a larger proportion of students from low-income families, as indicated by the higher free/reduced lunch rate.

The data suggests that Hutchinson Middle is providing a quality education to its students, while Hutchinson Middle School A.L.C. faces more challenges in supporting its student population. Further investigation into the factors contributing to these differences could help the Hutchinson Public School District develop strategies to ensure all students in the area receive a high-quality education.