School Overview
Discovery Middle School, located in Alexandria, Minnesota, serves as a key educational hub for students in the Alexandria Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school, focusing on both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of early adolescents. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for the rigors of high school while encouraging them to explore personal interests through various elective offerings.

Beyond the classroom, Discovery Middle School emphasizes community engagement and student involvement. The school provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and clubs, which are designed to keep students active and connected to their peers. Supported by a dedicated faculty and administration, the school strives to maintain strong communication with families to ensure each student reaches their full potential. For more information regarding their academic programs, school calendar, or administrative contact details, you can visit their official website at [www.alexandria.k12.mn.us](http://www.alexandria.k12.mn.us).
913
Total Students
60.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Discovery Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White815
Hispanic43
Black4
Asian10
Two or More35
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    815 (89.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    43 (4.7 %)
  • Two or More
    35 (3.8 %)
  • Asian
    10 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.5 %)
  • Black
    4 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (320)762-7900
Website: http://www.alexschools.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 913
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 190
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 62
Grades Taught
Grade 6 281
Grade 7 311
Grade 8 321

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Discovery Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6281
Grade 7311
Grade 8321
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Discovery Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female45149.4%
Male46250.6%