Serving 987 students in grades 6-8, Falcon Ridge 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 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falcon Ridge Middle School's student population of 987 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
987 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Falcon Ridge 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 Falcon Ridge Middle School is 0.64, 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
#888 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Falcon Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Falcon Ridge Middle School is ranked #888 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Falcon Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Falcon Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota Hills Middle School, Scott Highlands Middle School, Valley Middle School Of Stem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Falcon Ridge Middle School?
987 students attend Falcon Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Falcon Ridge Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falcon Ridge Middle School?
Falcon Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Falcon Ridge Middle School offer ?
Falcon Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falcon Ridge Middle School part of?
Falcon Ridge Middle School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2011
Falcon ridge is the best school by far! they have good classes, nice teachers and the unches are NOT discusting... but the absolutly best part about Falcon ridge middle is the friends that you would meet because that is were i met my best friend... :)
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