Serving 184 students in grades 7-12, Lafayette Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lafayette Secondary serves the entire district of Red Lake Falls, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 190 square miles. Most students typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafayette Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lafayette Secondary's student population of 184 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lafayette Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lafayette Secondary is 0.28, 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
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafayette Secondary's ranking?
Lafayette Secondary is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Lafayette Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lafayette Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lafayette Secondary?
184 students attend Lafayette Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lafayette Secondary students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafayette Secondary?
Lafayette Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafayette Secondary offer ?
Lafayette Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lafayette Secondary part of?
Lafayette Secondary is part of Red Lake Falls Public School District.
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