Serving 1,073 students in grades 6-8, John Glenn 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 17% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Glenn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Glenn Middle School's student population of 1,073 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 119% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,073 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Building skills for the future!
School Rankings
John Glenn 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 John Glenn Middle School is 0.76, 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
#1620 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
38%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Glenn Middle School's ranking?
John Glenn Middle School is ranked #1620 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend John Glenn Middle School?
1,073 students attend John Glenn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of John Glenn Middle School students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Glenn Middle School?
John Glenn Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Glenn Middle School offer ?
John Glenn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Glenn Middle School part of?
John Glenn Middle School is part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale School District.
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