Serving 303 students in grades 7-12, Mahnomen 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahnomen Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mahnomen Secondary's student population of 303 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mahnomen 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 Mahnomen Secondary is 0.59, which is more 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
#1599 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
59%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahnomen Secondary's ranking?
Mahnomen Secondary is ranked #1599 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mahnomen Secondary?
The graduation rate of Mahnomen Secondary is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mahnomen Secondary?
303 students attend Mahnomen Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mahnomen Secondary students are American Indian, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mahnomen Secondary?
Mahnomen Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mahnomen Secondary offer ?
Mahnomen Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mahnomen Secondary part of?
Mahnomen Secondary is part of Mahnomen Public School District.
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