Serving 424 students in grades 7-12, Minnewaska Secondary ranks in the top 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnewaska Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Minnewaska Secondary's student population of 424 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Mascot
Shark
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Colors
Blue, Green, Silver
School Rankings
Minnewaska Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnewaska Secondary is 0.14, 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
#639 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Minnewaska Secondary's ranking?
Minnewaska Secondary is ranked #639 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Minnewaska Secondary often compared to?
Minnewaska Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock Secondary School, Minnewaska Area Elementary 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 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Minnewaska Secondary?
The graduation rate of Minnewaska Secondary is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Minnewaska Secondary?
424 students attend Minnewaska Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Minnewaska Secondary students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnewaska Secondary?
Minnewaska Secondary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnewaska Secondary offer ?
Minnewaska Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnewaska Secondary part of?
Minnewaska Secondary is part of Minnewaska School District.
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