Serving 1,091 students in grades 9-12, Grand Rapids Senior High School 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 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,091 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Rapids Senior High serves the southeast part of its school district in Grand Rapids, MN, covering an area of approximately 740.2 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 14 miles and the furthest edge located 27.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grand Rapids Senior High School's student population of 1,091 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,091 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Year Founded
1895
School Rankings
Grand Rapids Senior High School 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 Grand Rapids Senior High School is 0.27, 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
#593 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Thunderhawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Rapids Senior High School's ranking?
Grand Rapids Senior High School is ranked #593 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Grand Rapids Senior High School often compared to?
Grand Rapids Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenway Senior High School, Deer River Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Senior High School?
1,091 students attend Grand Rapids Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Grand Rapids Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Senior High School?
Grand Rapids Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Senior High School offer ?
Grand Rapids Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Rapids Senior High School part of?
Grand Rapids Senior High School is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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