Serving 379 students in grades 7-12, Maple Lake 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Lake Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maple Lake Secondary's student population of 379 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Campus Size
20
School Motto
Putting Students First in All That We Do
School Rankings
Maple Lake 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 Maple Lake Secondary is 0.08, 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
#990 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Maple Lake Secondary's ranking?
Maple Lake Secondary is ranked #990 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Maple Lake Secondary often compared to?
Maple Lake Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Senior High School, Monticello Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maple Lake Secondary?
The graduation rate of Maple Lake Secondary is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Maple Lake Secondary?
379 students attend Maple Lake Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Maple Lake Secondary students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Lake Secondary?
Maple Lake Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple Lake Secondary offer ?
Maple Lake Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Lake Secondary part of?
Maple Lake Secondary is part of Maple Lake Public School District.
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