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Wayzata East Middle School

12000 Ridgemount Ave W
Minneapolis, MN 55441
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Wayzata East Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 672 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 5% in MN
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 66% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wayzata East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

Wayzata East Middle School's student population of 672 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Wayzata East Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayzata East Middle School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#57 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
72%
46%
78%
51%
66%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Wayzata East Middle School's ranking?
Wayzata East Middle School is ranked #57 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wayzata East Middle School often compared to?
Wayzata East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata West Middle School, Wayzata Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Wayzata East Middle School?
672 students attend Wayzata East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wayzata East Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayzata East Middle School?
Wayzata East Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayzata East Middle School offer ?
Wayzata East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayzata East Middle School part of?
Wayzata East Middle School is part of Wayzata Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 672 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 78% (Top 5%)
  • : 66% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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