Serving 677 students in grades 5-8, Hermantown Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermantown Middle School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hermantown 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 Hermantown Middle School is 0.17, 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
#409 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermantown Middle School's ranking?
Hermantown Middle School is ranked #409 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hermantown Middle School often compared to?
Hermantown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.i. Jedlicka Middle School, South Ridge Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hermantown Middle School?
677 students attend Hermantown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hermantown Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermantown Middle School?
Hermantown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hermantown Middle School offer ?
Hermantown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hermantown Middle School part of?
Hermantown Middle School is part of Hermantown Community Schools.
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