WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE

WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WADENA, MN with about 183 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE, located at 600 Colfax Ave SW in Wadena, Minnesota, serves as a transitional academic hub for students moving from elementary school into middle school. As part of the Wadena-Deer Creek School District (ISD 2155), the school focuses on creating a supportive environment designed to help pre-adolescent students navigate more complex curriculum and social development. The facility emphasizes foundational learning in core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, while encouraging students to take more responsibility for their academic progress.

Beyond core academics, the school reflects the district’s commitment to fostering a sense of community within the Wadena area. The program is structured to prepare 5th and 6th graders for the increased rigor of junior high, balancing structured classroom instruction with opportunities for extracurricular growth. By bridging the gap between elementary and secondary education, Wadena-Deer Creek aims to ensure that its students have the necessary tools, confidence, and foundational knowledge to succeed as they advance through the district’s education system.

For more information, contact WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE at (218) 632-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.