Serving 47 students in grades 7-12, Comfrey 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Comfrey Secondary's student population of 47 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Comfrey 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 Comfrey Secondary is 0.17, 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
#1116 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comfrey Secondary's ranking?
Comfrey Secondary is ranked #1116 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Comfrey Secondary often compared to?
Comfrey Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like New Ulm High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Comfrey Secondary?
The graduation rate of Comfrey Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Comfrey Secondary?
47 students attend Comfrey Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Comfrey Secondary students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Comfrey Secondary?
Comfrey Secondary has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Comfrey Secondary offer ?
Comfrey Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Comfrey Secondary part of?
Comfrey Secondary is part of Comfrey Public School District.
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