Serving 185 students in grades 7-12, Heron Lake-okabena 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary's student population of 185 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heron Lake-okabena 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 Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is 0.44, 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
#1450 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
21%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heron Lake-okabena Secondary's ranking?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is ranked #1450 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary?
The graduation rate of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heron Lake-okabena Secondary?
185 students attend Heron Lake-okabena Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heron Lake-okabena Secondary offer ?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Heron Lake-okabena Secondary part of?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is part of Heron Lake-Okabena School District.
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