School Overview
Orono Middle School, located in Long Lake, Minnesota, serves as a key component of the Orono Public Schools district, a suburban district known for its strong academic reputation. The school typically serves students in grades 5 through 8, focusing on a transitional educational environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. The curriculum is designed to balance rigorous academic core subjects—such as math, science, language arts, and social studies—with a wide range of exploratory electives that allow students to pursue interests in the arts, technology, and physical education.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. In addition to its standard academic offerings, Orono Middle School emphasizes a supportive community atmosphere, often highlighting programs that encourage leadership, character building, and extracurricular involvement. By leveraging its suburban location and strong community support, the school aims to prepare its students for the academic challenges of Orono High School while cultivating a well-rounded and inclusive learning experience for all attendees.
700
Total Students
35.6
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
9.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ORONO MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White626
Hispanic24
Black7
Asian11
Two or More32
  • White
    626 (89.4 %)
  • Two or More
    32 (4.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (3.4 %)
  • Asian
    11 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    7 (1.0 %)
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: ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (952)449-8450
Website: http://www.oronoschools.org/academics/6-8
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 700
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 54
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 6 234
Grade 7 229
Grade 8 237

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ORONO MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6234
Grade 7229
Grade 8237
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ORONO MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34549.3%
Male35550.7%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)