Serving 130 students in grades 7-12, Bigfork Secondary ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than 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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bigfork Secondary serves the northwest part of Bigfork, MN, covering an extensive area of approximately 1208.3 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 41.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bigfork Secondary's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bigfork 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 Bigfork Secondary is 0.33, 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
#1403 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bigfork Secondary's ranking?
Bigfork Secondary is ranked #1403 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bigfork Secondary often compared to?
Bigfork Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Deer River Secondary, Robert J. Elkington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Bigfork Secondary?
The graduation rate of Bigfork Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Bigfork Secondary?
130 students attend Bigfork Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bigfork Secondary students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bigfork Secondary?
Bigfork Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bigfork Secondary offer ?
Bigfork Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bigfork Secondary part of?
Bigfork Secondary is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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