Chatfield High School is a public high school located in southeastern Minnesota approximately ten miles south of Rochester, Minnesota in the town of Chatfield, United States. Located in Olmsted County, the school has approximately 350–400 students enrolled full-time.
Serving 437 students in grades 7-12, Chatfield Secondary 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatfield Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chatfield Secondary's student population of 437 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Equip all learners with the knowledge to thrive in a world of change by expanding and enhancing each individual's educational environment.
School Rankings
Chatfield Secondary 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 Chatfield Secondary is 0.12, 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
#812 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Chatfield Secondary's ranking?
Chatfield Secondary is ranked #812 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chatfield Secondary?
The graduation rate of Chatfield Secondary is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chatfield Secondary?
437 students attend Chatfield Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Chatfield Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatfield Secondary?
Chatfield Secondary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chatfield Secondary offer ?
Chatfield Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chatfield Secondary part of?
Chatfield Secondary is part of Chatfield School District.
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