Serving 589 students in grades 6-8, Cambridge Middle School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cambridge Middle School's student population of 589 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Cambridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#866 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Middle School's ranking?
Cambridge Middle School is ranked #866 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cambridge Middle School often compared to?
Cambridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isanti Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Middle School?
589 students attend Cambridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cambridge Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Middle School?
Cambridge Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cambridge Middle School offer ?
Cambridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Middle School part of?
Cambridge Middle School is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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