Serving 137 students in grades 7-12, Heron Lake-okabena 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heron Lake-Okabena Secondary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Okabena, MN, encompassing approximately 154.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone being 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary's student population of 137 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat 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
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with the community, we educate and inspire students to become productive and respectful members of society.
School Rankings
Heron Lake-okabena 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 Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is 0.48, 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
#1568 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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)48.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heron Lake-okabena Secondary's ranking?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is ranked #1568 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary?
The graduation rate of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Heron Lake-okabena Secondary?
137 students attend Heron Lake-okabena Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heron Lake-okabena Secondary?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heron Lake-okabena Secondary offer ?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heron Lake-okabena Secondary part of?
Heron Lake-okabena Secondary is part of Heron Lake-Okabena School District.
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