Serving 171 students in grades 7-12, Henning 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% 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: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henning Secondary serves the entire district of Henning, MN, encompassing an area of 171.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located approximately 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henning Secondary's student population of 171 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henning 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 Henning 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
#950 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henning Secondary's ranking?
Henning Secondary is ranked #950 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Henning Secondary often compared to?
Henning Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Parkers Prairie Secondary, Battle Lake Secondary, New York Mills Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henning Secondary?
The graduation rate of Henning Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Henning Secondary?
171 students attend Henning Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Henning Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henning Secondary?
Henning Secondary has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Henning Secondary offer ?
Henning Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henning Secondary part of?
Henning Secondary is part of Henning Public School District.
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