Serving 435 students in grades 7-12, Chatfield Secondary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatfield Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chatfield Secondary's student population of 435 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chatfield 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 Chatfield Secondary is 0.10, 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
#485 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatfield Secondary's ranking?
Chatfield Secondary is ranked #485 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chatfield Secondary?
The graduation rate of Chatfield Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chatfield Secondary?
435 students attend Chatfield Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chatfield Secondary students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chatfield Secondary?
Chatfield Secondary has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chatfield Secondary offer ?
Chatfield Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Chatfield Secondary part of?
Chatfield Secondary is part of Chatfield Public Schools School District.
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