Serving 109 students in grades 9-12, Laporte Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laporte Secondary's student population of 109 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Rankings
Laporte Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laporte Secondary is 0.36, 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
#1507 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laporte Secondary's ranking?
Laporte Secondary is ranked #1507 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laporte Secondary?
The graduation rate of Laporte Secondary is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Laporte Secondary?
109 students attend Laporte Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Laporte Secondary students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laporte Secondary?
Laporte Secondary has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laporte Secondary offer ?
Laporte Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laporte Secondary part of?
Laporte Secondary is part of Laporte Public School District.
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