Serving 191 students in grades 7-12, Battle Lake Secondary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Lake Secondary's student population of 191 students has declined by 10% 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
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Battle Lake Secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Lake Secondary is 0.20, 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
#431 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Battle Lake Secondary's ranking?
Battle Lake Secondary is ranked #431 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Battle Lake Secondary often compared to?
Battle Lake Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Henning Secondary, Parkers Prairie Secondary, Perham Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battle Lake Secondary?
The graduation rate of Battle Lake Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Battle Lake Secondary?
191 students attend Battle Lake Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Battle Lake Secondary students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battle Lake Secondary?
Battle Lake Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battle Lake Secondary offer ?
Battle Lake Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Battle Lake Secondary part of?
Battle Lake Secondary is part of Battle Lake Public School District.
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