Serving 99 students in grades 7-12, Badger 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Badger Secondary's student population of 99 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Badger 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 Badger Secondary is 0.15, 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
#1031 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
92%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Badger Secondary's ranking?
Badger Secondary is ranked #1031 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Badger Secondary often compared to?
Badger Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Warroad High School, Roseau Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Badger Secondary?
The graduation rate of Badger Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Badger Secondary?
99 students attend Badger Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Badger Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Badger Secondary?
Badger Secondary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Badger Secondary offer ?
Badger Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Badger Secondary part of?
Badger Secondary is part of Badger Public School District.
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