Serving 133 students in grades 6-12, 6-12th Grade Building ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley Sr. covers the entire school district in Graceville, MN, encompassing approximately 441.5 square miles. Families in the area typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
6-12th Grade Building ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
6-12th Grade Building's student population of 133 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire.Believe.Succeed.
School Rankings
6-12th Grade Building ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 6-12th Grade Building is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 6-12th Grade Building's ranking?
6-12th Grade Building is ranked #497 out of 1,773 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of 6-12th Grade Building?
The graduation rate of 6-12th Grade Building is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend 6-12th Grade Building?
133 students attend 6-12th Grade Building.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of 6-12th Grade Building students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 6-12th Grade Building?
6-12th Grade Building has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does 6-12th Grade Building offer ?
6-12th Grade Building offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 6-12th Grade Building part of?
6-12th Grade Building is part of Clinton-Graceville-Beardsley School District.
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