Overview

Sanford Middle School is a public school in Minneapolis, MN, offering a Gifted & Talented program, International Baccalaureate, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 42 middle schools in Minneapolis Public School Dist..

School Rating

Sanford Middle School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Minnesota with the same grade levels.
5/10
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

3524 42nd Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
School leader: Ms Naida Neitzel
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