Serving 49 students in grades 7-12, Herman Secondary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herman Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Herman Secondary's student population of 49 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herman Secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herman Secondary is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herman Secondary's ranking?
Herman Secondary is ranked #500 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herman Secondary?
The graduation rate of Herman Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Herman Secondary?
49 students attend Herman Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Herman Secondary students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herman Secondary?
Herman Secondary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herman Secondary offer ?
Herman Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Herman Secondary part of?
Herman Secondary is part of Herman-Norcross School District.
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