Serving 256 students in grades 6-12, Cedar Mountain 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Mountain Secondary's student population of 256 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Mountain Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Mountain Secondary is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1387 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Mountain Secondary's ranking?
Cedar Mountain Secondary is ranked #1387 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar Mountain Secondary?
The graduation rate of Cedar Mountain Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cedar Mountain Secondary?
256 students attend Cedar Mountain Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cedar Mountain Secondary students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Mountain Secondary?
Cedar Mountain Secondary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Mountain Secondary offer ?
Cedar Mountain Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Cedar Mountain Secondary part of?
Cedar Mountain Secondary is part of Cedar Mountain School District.
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