Serving 143 students in grades 7-12, Kelliher 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kelliher Secondary serves the entire Kelliher, MN school district, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 627.1 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 37.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelliher Secondary's student population of 143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to meeting the educational needs of all students in a safe learning environment.
School Rankings
Kelliher 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 Kelliher Secondary is 0.50, 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
#1348 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
57%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelliher Secondary's ranking?
Kelliher Secondary is ranked #1348 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelliher Secondary?
The graduation rate of Kelliher Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kelliher Secondary?
143 students attend Kelliher Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Kelliher Secondary students are American Indian, and 43% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelliher Secondary?
Kelliher Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kelliher Secondary offer ?
Kelliher Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelliher Secondary part of?
Kelliher Secondary is part of Kelliher Public School District.
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