Serving 380 students in grades 7-12, Barnesville High School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Barnesville Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Barnesville school district, covering approximately 343.2 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnesville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Barnesville High School's student population of 380 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barnesville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnesville High School is 0.19, 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
#265 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnesville High School's ranking?
Barnesville High School is ranked #265 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Barnesville High School often compared to?
Barnesville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawley Secondary, Dilworth-glyndon-felton Senior High School, Pelican Rapids Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barnesville High School?
The graduation rate of Barnesville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Barnesville High School?
380 students attend Barnesville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Barnesville High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnesville High School?
Barnesville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barnesville High School offer ?
Barnesville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnesville High School part of?
Barnesville High School is part of Barnesville Public School District.
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