Le Sueur-Henderson Secondary School is a public school located in Le Sueur, Minnesota. The school serves both communities of Le Sueur and Henderson, Minnesota for grades 6–12. This adds up to a student body of 537 students, 234 enrolled in middle school, and 303 in high school.
Serving 287 students in grades 9-12, Le Sueur-henderson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Le Sueur-henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Le Sueur-henderson High School's student population of 287 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1885
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Small Towns - Giant Opportunities
School Rankings
Le Sueur-henderson High School 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 Le Sueur-henderson High School is 0.39, 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
#1019 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Giants
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Sueur-henderson High School's ranking?
Le Sueur-henderson High School is ranked #1019 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Le Sueur-henderson High School often compared to?
Le Sueur-henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-city United High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Le Sueur-henderson High School?
The graduation rate of Le Sueur-henderson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Le Sueur-henderson High School?
287 students attend Le Sueur-henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Le Sueur-henderson High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Le Sueur-henderson High School?
Le Sueur-henderson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Le Sueur-henderson High School offer ?
Le Sueur-henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Le Sueur-henderson High School part of?
Le Sueur-henderson High School is part of Le Sueur-Henderson School District.
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