Serving 137 students in grades 7-12, Cromwell-wright 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cromwell-Wright Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cromwell, MN, covering an area of approximately 211.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cromwell-wright Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cromwell-wright Secondary's student population of 137 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Cromwell-wright 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 Cromwell-wright Secondary is 0.19, 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
#608 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
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 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-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)23.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cromwell-wright Secondary's ranking?
Cromwell-wright Secondary is ranked #608 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cromwell-wright Secondary?
The graduation rate of Cromwell-wright Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Cromwell-wright Secondary?
137 students attend Cromwell-wright Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cromwell-wright Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cromwell-wright Secondary?
Cromwell-wright Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cromwell-wright Secondary offer ?
Cromwell-wright Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cromwell-wright Secondary part of?
Cromwell-wright Secondary is part of Cromwell-Wright School District.
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