Serving 137 students in grades 7-12, Ashby Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ASHBY SECONDARY's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ashby, MN, covering approximately 97.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashby Secondary's student population of 137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Ashby Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashby Secondary is 0.10, 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
#933 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashby Secondary's ranking?
Ashby Secondary is ranked #933 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashby Secondary?
The graduation rate of Ashby Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ashby Secondary?
137 students attend Ashby Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ashby Secondary students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashby Secondary?
Ashby Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashby Secondary offer ?
Ashby Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashby Secondary part of?
Ashby Secondary is part of Ashby Public School District.
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