Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Salk Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Salk Middle School's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Salk Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salk Middle School is 0.49, 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
#401 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
18%
12%
White
69%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salk Middle School's ranking?
Salk Middle School is ranked #401 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Salk Middle School often compared to?
Salk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandenberge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Salk Middle School?
638 students attend Salk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Salk Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salk Middle School?
Salk Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Salk Middle School offer ?
Salk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salk Middle School part of?
Salk Middle School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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