Serving 475 students in grades 9-12, Belle Plaine Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Belle Plaine Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Belle Plaine, MN, covering approximately 107.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Plaine Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Belle Plaine Senior High School's student population of 475 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to pursue excellence in academics, programming, and the social and emotional development of our students.
School Rankings
Belle Plaine Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belle Plaine Senior High School is 0.26, 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
#819 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Plaine Senior High School's ranking?
Belle Plaine Senior High School is ranked #819 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Belle Plaine Senior High School often compared to?
Belle Plaine Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan High School, New Prague Senior High School, Shakopee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Plaine Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Plaine Senior High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Belle Plaine Senior High School?
475 students attend Belle Plaine Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Belle Plaine Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Plaine Senior High School?
Belle Plaine Senior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belle Plaine Senior High School offer ?
Belle Plaine Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belle Plaine Senior High School part of?
Belle Plaine Senior High School is part of Belle Plaine Public School District.
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