The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 35-39% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 74%).
School Overview
Total Students (10-11)
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers (10-11)
9 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)35-39%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)65-69%
74%
American Indian
(10-11)8%
2%
Asian
(10-11)1%
6%
Hispanic
(10-11)3%
7%
Black
(10-11)4%
9%
White
(10-11)84%
74%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
39%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% MN state average).
How many students attend East Central Middle Secondary?
155 students attend East Central Middle Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of East Central Middle Secondary students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What school district is East Central Middle Secondary part of?
East Central Middle Secondary is part of East Central School District.
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