Serving 291 students in grades 7-12, Chisholm 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chisholm Secondary's attendance zone covers the entire Chisholm school district, encompassing approximately 68 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chisholm Secondary's student population of 291 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chisholm 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 Chisholm Secondary is 0.21, 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
#1478 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chisholm Secondary's ranking?
Chisholm Secondary is ranked #1478 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chisholm Secondary?
The graduation rate of Chisholm Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Chisholm Secondary?
291 students attend Chisholm Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Chisholm Secondary students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chisholm Secondary?
Chisholm Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chisholm Secondary offer ?
Chisholm Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chisholm Secondary part of?
Chisholm Secondary is part of Chisholm Public School District.
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