Serving 581 students in grades 5-8, Pequot Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pequot Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pequot Lakes Middle School's student population of 581 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pequot Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pequot Lakes Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
60%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pequot Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Pequot Lakes Middle School is ranked #591 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pequot Lakes Middle School often compared to?
Pequot Lakes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Pequot Lakes Middle School?
581 students attend Pequot Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pequot Lakes Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pequot Lakes Middle School?
Pequot Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pequot Lakes Middle School offer ?
Pequot Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pequot Lakes Middle School part of?
Pequot Lakes Middle School is part of Pequot Lakes School District.
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