Serving 31 students in grades 7-12, Secondary Lighthouse ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Secondary Lighthouse ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Secondary Lighthouse's student population of 31 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Secondary Lighthouse ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Secondary Lighthouse 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
#17 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Secondary Lighthouse's ranking?
Secondary Lighthouse is ranked #17 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Secondary Lighthouse often compared to?
Secondary Lighthouseis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Secondary Lighthouse?
The graduation rate of Secondary Lighthouse is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Secondary Lighthouse?
31 students attend Secondary Lighthouse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Secondary Lighthouse students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Secondary Lighthouse?
Secondary Lighthouse has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Secondary Lighthouse offer ?
Secondary Lighthouse offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Secondary Lighthouse part of?
Secondary Lighthouse is part of Spring Lake Park Public Schools.
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