Carlton High School is a public high school located in Carlton, Minnesota, United States. The school operates under the Carlton Public School District, housing grades 6 through 12. It serves a population of approximately 350 students.
Serving 151 students in grades 6-12, Carlton 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 25-29% (which is lower than 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlton Secondary's student population of 151 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlton 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 Carlton Secondary is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1199 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
14%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlton Secondary's ranking?
Carlton Secondary is ranked #1199 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Carlton Secondary often compared to?
Carlton Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Moose Lake Secondary, Lincoln Secondary 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlton Secondary?
The graduation rate of Carlton Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Carlton Secondary?
151 students attend Carlton Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carlton Secondary students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlton Secondary?
Carlton Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlton Secondary offer ?
Carlton Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlton Secondary part of?
Carlton Secondary is part of Carlton Public School District.
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