Serving 341 students in grades 6-8, Sandburg 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 13% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandburg Middle School's student population of 341 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Belong. Become.
School Rankings
Sandburg 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 Sandburg Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1527 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
33%
12%
White
23%
60%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandburg Middle School's ranking?
Sandburg Middle School is ranked #1527 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sandburg Middle School often compared to?
Sandburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Middle School, Robbinsdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Middle School?
341 students attend Sandburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Sandburg Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandburg Middle School?
Sandburg Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandburg Middle School offer ?
Sandburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandburg Middle School part of?
Sandburg Middle School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
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