Serving 221 students in grades 6-12, Hills-beaver Creek Secondary ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary's student population of 221 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hills-beaver Creek Secondary is 0.08, 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
#339 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Hills-beaver Creek Secondary's ranking?
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary is ranked #339 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hills-beaver Creek Secondary?
The graduation rate of Hills-beaver Creek Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hills-beaver Creek Secondary?
221 students attend Hills-beaver Creek Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hills-beaver Creek Secondary students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hills-beaver Creek Secondary?
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hills-beaver Creek Secondary offer ?
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hills-beaver Creek Secondary part of?
Hills-beaver Creek Secondary is part of Hills-Beaver Creek School District.
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