Minnewaska Area Junior High

Summary:

Minnewaska Area Junior High is a public middle school serving grades 7-8 in Glenwood, Minnesota, with an enrollment of 219 students as of the 2022-2023 school year. This school stands out for its strong academic performance, with students consistently scoring above the state average in math and reading proficiency on the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA-III).

Compared to other schools in the state, Minnewaska Area Junior High has a relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a more affluent student population. Additionally, the school maintains a low student-teacher ratio, which suggests students receive more individualized attention and support. However, the school's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 96th out of 490 schools in 2013-2014 to 293rd out of 533 schools in 2018-2019, suggesting factors beyond just academic achievement may influence its performance.

When compared to nearby schools, such as Discovery Middle School in the Alexandria Public School District, Minnewaska Area Junior High outperforms in both math and reading proficiency, as well as in overall statewide ranking. The school's performance is also closely aligned with the overall performance of the Minnewaska School District, suggesting a consistent and effective district-wide approach to education.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 25122 State Hwy 28
       Glenwood, MN  56334-8888


(320) 239-4800

District: Minnewaska School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
166th of 545 Minnesota Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $3,060 Help


Students who attend Minnewaska Area Junior High usually attend:

High:    Minnewaska Secondary

Feeder schools for Minnewaska Area Junior High:

Elementary:    Minnewaska Area Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  14.4 Help
Number of students:  205

Racial breakdown:

White:
95.6%
Hispanic:
1.5%
Two or more races:
1.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  30.2% Help


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Compare Details Minnewaska Area Junior High ranks better than 69.5% of middle schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 65.52. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (95.6%), Hispanic (1.5%), two or more races (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 30.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Minnewaska Area Junior High is 14.4. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Minnewaska Area Junior High is $3,060.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Minnewaska Area Junior High:

SchoolDigger ranks Minnewaska Area Junior High 166th of 545 Minnesota public middle schools. (See Minnewaska Area Junior High in the ranking list.)

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Rank History for Minnewaska Area Junior High

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Rank History for all students at Minnewaska Area Junior High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 64.88 166th 454 63.4%
2011 60.40 186th 478 61.1%
2012 67.30 149th 469 68.2%
2013 73.46 104th 488 78.7%
2014 75.21 96th 490 80.4%
2015 75.20 103rd 516 80.0%
2016 60.75 197th 508 61.2%
2017 59.87 219th 523 58.1%
2018 50.72 287th 518 44.6%
2019 48.79 293rd 533 45.0%
2021 57.32 210th 521 59.7%
2022 58.14 210th 520 59.6%
2023 71.02 122nd 529 76.9%
2024 65.52 166th 545 69.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Minnewaska Area Junior High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.50 161st 253 36.4%
2019 40.92 169th 282 40.1%
2021 35.42 183rd 260 29.6%
2022 44.99 156th 288 45.8%
2023 51.63 131st 298 56.0%
2024 40.34 183rd 307 40.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Minnewaska Area Junior High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 61.53 137th 401 65.8%
2019 44.73 243rd 415 41.4%
2021 68.38 70th 399 82.5%
2022 61.02 125th 404 69.1%
2023 80.71 39th 459 91.5%
2024 73.75 77th 473 83.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Minnewaska Area Junior High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.74 251st 436 42.4%
2019 44.50 269th 439 38.7%
2021 54.32 183rd 443 58.7%
2022 67.37 121st 467 74.1%
2023 67.81 119th 455 73.8%
2024 51.84 223rd 474 53.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Minnewaska Area Junior High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 50.19 231st 438 47.3%
2019 48.67 248th 454 45.4%
2021 55.02 192nd 437 56.1%
2022 45.11 265th 476 44.3%
2023 68.81 117th 464 74.8%
2024 71.62 109th 479 77.2%
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Rank History for White students at Minnewaska Area Junior High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 34.17 317th 428 25.9%
2019 34.90 306th 428 28.5%
2021 44.58 233rd 422 44.8%
2022 42.18 252nd 438 42.5%
2023 58.42 163rd 436 62.6%
2024 48.82 215th 440 51.1%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Minnesota Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Minnewaska Area Junior High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2008 143 2 2 0 1 n/a n/a 0 148
2009 153 4 3 0 1 n/a n/a 0 161
2010 155 6 1 0 1 n/a n/a 0 163
2011 157 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 162
2012 155 3 0 2 1 0 0 0 161
2013 157 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 162
2014 146 5 2 2 0 0 1 0 156
2015 143 4 2 7 1 0 1 0 158
2016 169 4 2 5 1 0 5 0 186
2017 179 4 4 4 1 0 8 0 200
2018 162 2 5 2 2 0 5 0 178
2019 166 1 5 6 1 0 4 0 183
2020 196 2 8 7 0 0 3 0 216
2021 218 3 4 1 0 0 8 0 234
2022 231 1 1 2 0 0 7 0 242
2023 211 1 0 2 0 0 5 0 219
2024 196 1 2 3 0 0 3 0 205

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Minnewaska Area Junior High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2008 148 7.0 21.1 34.5
2009 161 8.8 18.3 36.6
2010 163 7.1 22.8 36.8
2011 162 5.9 27.4 38.3
2012 161 5.7 28.1 42.2
2013 162 5.2 30.8 42.6
2014 156 6.8 22.6 36.5
2015 158 7.0 22.5 33.5
2016 186 10.0 18.6 33.3
2017 200 12.9 15.4 32
2018 178 12.3 14.3 33.1
2019 183 12.4 14.6 31.7
2020 216 11.0 19.4 29.6
2021 234 8.4 27.6 32.1
2022 242 7.7 31.0 25.2
2023 219 14.2 15.4 32.9
2024 205 14.1 14.4 30.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Minnewaska Area Junior High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2008 148 7.0 21.1 34.5
2009 161 8.8 18.3 36.6
2010 163 7.1 22.8 36.8
2011 162 5.9 27.4 38.3
2012 161 5.7 28.1 42.2
2013 162 5.2 30.8 42.6
2014 156 6.8 22.6 36.5
2015 158 7.0 22.5 33.5
2016 186 10.0 18.6 33.3
2017 200 12.9 15.4 32
2018 178 12.3 14.3 33.1
2019 183 12.4 14.6 31.7
2020 216 11.0 19.4 29.6
2021 234 8.4 27.6 32.1
2022 242 7.7 31.0 25.2
2023 219 14.2 15.4 32.9
2024 205 14.1 14.4 30.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Minnewaska Area Junior High

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $3,060

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Minnewaska Area Junior High

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 293rd of 533 Middle schoolsRanks 122nd of 529 Middle schools
 31.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
7th Grade Math (Minnewaska Area Junior High)51.661.2
 9.6%
   7th Grade Math (Minnewaska School District)51.661.2
 9.6%
   7th Grade Math (Minnesota)52.139.7
 12.4%
7th Grade Reading (Minnewaska Area Junior High)45.853.1
 7.2%
   7th Grade Reading (Minnewaska School District)45.853.1
 7.2%
   7th Grade Reading (Minnesota)57.545.2
 12.3%
8th Grade Math (Minnewaska Area Junior High)67.555.2
 12.3%
   8th Grade Math (Minnewaska School District)67.555.2
 12.3%
   8th Grade Math (Minnesota)55.240.3
 14.9%
8th Grade Reading (Minnewaska Area Junior High)45.143.1
 2%
   8th Grade Reading (Minnewaska School District)45.143.1
 2%
   8th Grade Reading (Minnesota)57.744.8
 12.9%
8th Grade Science (Minnewaska Area Junior High)28.122.2
 5.8%
   8th Grade Science (Minnewaska School District)28.122.2
 5.8%
   8th Grade Science (Minnesota)4327.6
 15.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students183219
 19.7%
African American11
American Indian10
 100%
Asian50
 100%
Hispanic62
 66.7%
Pacific Islander00
White166211
 27.1%
Two or More Races45
 25%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients31.7%32.9%
 1.2%


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Students at Minnewaska Area Junior High are 96% White, 1% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

Minnewaska Area Junior High ranks 166th of 545 Minnesota middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Minnewaska Area Junior High usually go on to attend Minnewaska Secondary

In the 2023-24 school year, 205 students attended Minnewaska Area Junior High.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

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