Serving 852 students in grades 6-8, Dakota Meadows Middle School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dakota Meadows Middle School's student population of 852 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
852 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Equity, Empowerment.
School Rankings
Dakota Meadows Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota Meadows Middle School is 0.41, 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
#853 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
76%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Dakota Meadows Middle School's ranking?
Dakota Meadows Middle School is ranked #853 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Dakota Meadows Middle School?
852 students attend Dakota Meadows Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dakota Meadows Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Meadows Middle School?
Dakota Meadows Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dakota Meadows Middle School offer ?
Dakota Meadows Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dakota Meadows Middle School part of?
Dakota Meadows Middle School is part of Mankato Public School District.
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