Serving 528 students in grades 5-8, Jordan Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan Middle School's student population of 528 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jordan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Middle School is 0.44, 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
#385 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Jordan Middle School's ranking?
Jordan Middle School is ranked #385 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jordan Middle School often compared to?
Jordan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Prague Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jordan Middle School?
528 students attend Jordan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Jordan Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan Middle School?
Jordan Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jordan Middle School offer ?
Jordan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Middle School part of?
Jordan Middle School is part of Jordan Public School District.
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