School Overview
Ordean East Middle School is a public school located in Duluth, Minnesota, serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Duluth Public Schools (ISD 709). Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a supportive learning environment designed to help adolescents transition successfully from elementary school to high school. The curriculum is comprehensive, balancing core academic subjects—such as math, science, language arts, and social studies—with a variety of elective opportunities that encourage students to explore personal interests in the arts, technology, and physical education.

Beyond the classroom, Ordean East emphasizes the importance of community and social-emotional growth. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including athletic teams, academic clubs, and music programs, which allow students to build connections with their peers and engage with the wider Duluth community. By focusing on a well-rounded educational experience, Ordean East Middle School strives to prepare its students not only for future academic challenges but also to become responsible and active citizens.
1,037
Total Students
56.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White900
Hispanic36
Black12
Asian13
Two or More64
American Indian11
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    900 (86.8%)
  • Two or More
    64 (6.2%)
  • Hispanic
    36 (3.5%)
  • Asian
    13 (1.3%)
  • Black
    12 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    11 (1.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
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: DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (218)336-8940
Website: http://www.isd709.org/ordean-east
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,037
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 197
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 35
Grades Taught
Grade 6 344
Grade 7 358
Grade 8 335

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6344
Grade 7358
Grade 8335
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ORDEAN EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female48546.8%
Male55253.2%