Serving 972 students in grades 6-8, Cottage Grove 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 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 972 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottage Grove Middle School's student population of 972 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 156% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
972 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove Middle School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#987 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cottage Grove Middle School's ranking?
Cottage Grove Middle School is ranked #987 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cottage Grove Middle School often compared to?
Cottage Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oltman Middle School, Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cottage Grove Middle School?
972 students attend Cottage Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cottage Grove Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottage Grove Middle School?
Cottage Grove Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottage Grove Middle School offer ?
Cottage Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottage Grove Middle School part of?
Cottage Grove Middle School is part of South Washington County Schools.
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