Serving 522 students in grades 3-5, Cambridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambridge Intermediate School's student population of 522 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cambridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Intermediate School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#469 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Cambridge Intermediate School is ranked #469 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cambridge Intermediate School often compared to?
Cambridge Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Intermediate School?
522 students attend Cambridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cambridge Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Intermediate School?
Cambridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cambridge Intermediate School offer ?
Cambridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Cambridge Intermediate School part of?
Cambridge Intermediate School is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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