Serving 180 students in grades 5-8, Aurora Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aurora Middle School's student population of 180 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Aurora Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Middle School is 0.00, 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
#1747 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
100%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Middle School's ranking?
Aurora Middle School is ranked #1747 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Aurora Middle School?
180 students attend Aurora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Aurora Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Middle School?
Aurora Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aurora Middle School offer ?
Aurora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Middle School part of?
Aurora Middle School is part of Aurora Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Middle School located?
Aurora Middle School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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