Serving 1,114 students in grades 7-12, Rock Ridge 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 32% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Ridge Secondary's student population of 1,114 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Rock Ridge 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 Rock Ridge Secondary is 0.26, 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
#1101 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Rock Ridge Secondary's ranking?
Rock Ridge Secondary is ranked #1101 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rock Ridge Secondary often compared to?
Rock Ridge Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Mesabi East Secondary, Vermilion Country School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rock Ridge Secondary?
The graduation rate of Rock Ridge Secondary is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rock Ridge Secondary?
1,114 students attend Rock Ridge Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rock Ridge Secondary students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Ridge Secondary?
Rock Ridge Secondary has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Ridge Secondary offer ?
Rock Ridge Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Ridge Secondary part of?
Rock Ridge Secondary is part of Rock Ridge School District.
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