Serving 544 students in grades 4-6, Delano Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Delano Intermediate School's student population of 544 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delano Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delano Intermediate School is 0.21, 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
#21 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delano Intermediate School's ranking?
Delano Intermediate School is ranked #21 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Delano Intermediate School often compared to?
Delano Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Delano Intermediate School?
544 students attend Delano Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Delano Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delano Intermediate School?
Delano Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delano Intermediate School offer ?
Delano Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Delano Intermediate School part of?
Delano Intermediate School is part of Delano Public School District.
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