Serving 712 students in grades 9-12, New Ulm High School ranks in the top 30% 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Ulm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Ulm High School's student population of 712 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1857
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
New Ulm High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Ulm High School is 0.17, 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
#507 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 New Ulm High School's ranking?
New Ulm High School is ranked #507 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are New Ulm High School often compared to?
New Ulm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sleepy Eye Secondary School, Comfrey Secondary 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 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Ulm High School?
The graduation rate of New Ulm High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend New Ulm High School?
712 students attend New Ulm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of New Ulm High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Ulm High School?
New Ulm High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Ulm High School offer ?
New Ulm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Ulm High School part of?
New Ulm High School is part of New Ulm Public School District.
School Reviews
5 12/9/2022
good school.
5 8/3/2020
High school treats all students with respect and works to achieve maximum performance from all students.
1 3/20/2020
Bullying is not effectively addressed at this school, abuse of students goes unreported by the school's mandated reporters (counselor, teachers, etc), parental rights are frequently violated, school employees frequently violate the school's (anti) discrimination policy, the principal does not return phone calls, the superintendent is strongly disliked by everyone I've spoken to, and the school's discipline policy is extreme and more harmful than beneficial to attending students.
5 7/19/2017
The school district just built a modern high school building incorporating individual and small group learning centers. It is a highly innovative design which is academically inviting. Brand new state of the art athletic and performance arts facilities are a real plus. They offer many college and advanced placement and honors courses along with numerous electives. This school district has turned the corner and is on the rise.
2 2/14/2015
When students are being bullied, the bullies do not get in trouble. The 6 period day took away study halls and too many electives. Some teachers yell at students too much and cannot discipline them well. The portable classrooms are stupid because if it's raining or snowing outside, you can't put your books in a backpack, so your books get wet. The teachers do not enforce the dress code, and there is no senior class trip.
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