Middle Schools in Spring Lake Park Public Schools

Spring Lake Park Public Schools operates a single middle school, Westwood Intermediate & Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school has a diverse student population, with nearly half of the students identifying as non-white. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is generally below the district and state averages across various subjects and grade levels.

Westwood Intermediate & Middle School's math and reading proficiency rates range from 26.56% to 47.12%, lagging behind the district and state averages. The school's science proficiency rates are particularly low, ranging from 27.85% to 30.36%. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has declined over the past three years, from 226 out of 520 Minnesota middle schools in 2021-2022 to 273 out of 545 in 2023-2024, and it is rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating average performance compared to other schools in the state.

The school's diverse student population, with a significant proportion of minority and economically disadvantaged students, may present unique challenges and opportunities for the school to address the needs of its learners. The data suggests that the school could benefit from targeted interventions and support to improve student learning outcomes, particularly in the areas of math and science proficiency.