Serving 1,297 students in grades 6-8, Minnetonka West Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnetonka West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Minnetonka West Middle School's student population of 1,297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
Minnetonka West Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnetonka West Middle School is 0.38, 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
#61 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnetonka West Middle School's ranking?
Minnetonka West Middle School is ranked #61 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Minnetonka West Middle School often compared to?
Minnetonka West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnetonka West Middle School?
1,297 students attend Minnetonka West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Minnetonka West Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minnetonka West Middle School?
Minnetonka West Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnetonka West Middle School offer ?
Minnetonka West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnetonka West Middle School part of?
Minnetonka West Middle School is part of Minnetonka Public School District.
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