Serving 713 students in grades 7-8, Ellis 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 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ellis Middle School's student population of 713 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
Inspire, Empower and Accelerate every learner, every day.
School Rankings
Ellis 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 Ellis Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1395 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Ellis Middle School's ranking?
Ellis Middle School is ranked #1395 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Ellis Middle School?
713 students attend Ellis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ellis Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellis Middle School?
Ellis Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellis Middle School offer ?
Ellis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellis Middle School part of?
Ellis Middle School is part of Austin Public School District.
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