DETROIT LAKES MIDDLE

DETROIT LAKES PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
500 11TH AVE
DETROIT LAKES, MN 56501
596 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Detroit Lakes Middle School, located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, serves as a central hub for student development within the Detroit Lakes Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that bridges the gap between elementary learning and high school preparation. By emphasizing academic excellence, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare its middle-level students to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Beyond the classroom, the school encourages a well-rounded experience through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that cater to diverse student interests. Their mission focuses on building a strong community where students feel empowered to pursue their personal best, supported by a dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize student success and engagement. With a focus on the specific developmental needs of adolescents, Detroit Lakes Middle School serves as a vital cornerstone for the local community, promoting both individual achievement and school pride.
596
Total Students
39.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    431 (72.3 %)
  • American Indian
    112 (18.8 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (4.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (3.0 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
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: DETROIT LAKES PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
Phone: (218)847-9228
Website: http://ms.dlschools.net/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 596
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 166
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 211
Grade 7 202
Grade 8 183
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
DETROIT LAKES MIDDLE ALC
DETROIT LAKES PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
500 11TH AVE
DETROIT LAKES, MN 56501 (0.0 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th