Melrose High School is a high school located at 546 5th Ave NE, Melrose, Minnesota, United States.
Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, Melrose Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melrose Middle School's student population of 296 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Middle School is 0.45, 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
#981 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
30%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dutchmen
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Middle School's ranking?
Melrose Middle School is ranked #981 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Melrose Middle School?
296 students attend Melrose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Melrose Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose Middle School?
Melrose Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melrose Middle School offer ?
Melrose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose Middle School part of?
Melrose Middle School is part of Melrose Public School District.
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