Serving 380 students in grades 7-12, Lac Qui Parle Valley 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary's student population of 380 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lac Qui Parle Valley 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 Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary is 0.47, 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
#1294 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
15%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary's ranking?
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary is ranked #1294 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary often compared to?
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Dawson-boyd 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary?
380 students attend Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary students are White, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary?
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary offer ?
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary part of?
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary is part of Lac Qui Parle Valley Schools.
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