Sibley East High School is a four-year public high school and is a combination of children from three towns, Gaylord, Green Isle, and Arlington. It is located between the Twin Cities and Mankato, Minnesota in the United States about 10 miles off of State Highway 169.
Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, Sibley East 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 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sibley East Middle School's student population of 248 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with district residents, it is committed to educational excellence and growth for all students.
School Rankings
Sibley East 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 Sibley East Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1318 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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: Wolverine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sibley East Middle School's ranking?
Sibley East Middle School is ranked #1318 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sibley East Middle School?
248 students attend Sibley East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sibley East Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sibley East Middle School?
Sibley East Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sibley East Middle School offer ?
Sibley East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sibley East Middle School part of?
Sibley East Middle School is part of Sibley East School District.
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