Serving 959 students in grades 6-8, Century Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Century Middle School's student population of 959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Century Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Century Middle School is 0.49, 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
#264 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
70%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Century Middle School's ranking?
Century Middle School is ranked #264 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Century Middle School often compared to?
Century Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenwood Trail Middle School, Mcguire Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Century Middle School?
959 students attend Century Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Century Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Century Middle School?
Century Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Century Middle School offer ?
Century Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Century Middle School part of?
Century Middle School is part of Lakeville Area Schools School District.
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