Serving 509 students in grades 7-12, Aitkin Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: AITKIN SECONDARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Aitkin, MN, encompassing approximately 822.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 28.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aitkin Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Aitkin Secondary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1894
School Rankings
Aitkin Secondary School 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 Aitkin Secondary School 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
#464 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Gobblers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aitkin Secondary School's ranking?
Aitkin Secondary School is ranked #464 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aitkin Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Aitkin Secondary School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Aitkin Secondary School?
509 students attend Aitkin Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Aitkin Secondary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aitkin Secondary School?
Aitkin Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aitkin Secondary School offer ?
Aitkin Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aitkin Secondary School part of?
Aitkin Secondary School is part of Aitkin Public School District.
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