Serving 1,158 students in grades 7-12, Delano High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Delano Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire Delano, MN school district, encompassing approximately 65 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Delano High School's student population of 1,158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Providing Systemic Growth Toward Educational Excellence for Every Learner.
School Rankings
Delano High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delano High School 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
#170 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delano High School's ranking?
Delano High School is ranked #170 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Delano High School often compared to?
Delano High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockford Secondary, Dassel-cokato Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delano High School?
The graduation rate of Delano High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Delano High School?
1,158 students attend Delano High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Delano High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delano High School?
Delano High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delano High School offer ?
Delano High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delano High School part of?
Delano High School is part of Delano Public School District.
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