Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, Shakopee West 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 39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shakopee West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shakopee West Middle School's student population of 899 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shakopee West 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 Shakopee West Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1026 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
53%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Shakopee West Middle School's ranking?
Shakopee West Middle School is ranked #1026 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Shakopee West Middle School often compared to?
Shakopee West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shakopee East Middle School, Prior Lake-savage Middle School, Shakopee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Shakopee West Middle School?
899 students attend Shakopee West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Shakopee West Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shakopee West Middle School?
Shakopee West Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shakopee West Middle School offer ?
Shakopee West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shakopee West Middle School part of?
Shakopee West Middle School is part of Shakopee Public School District.
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