Serving 506 students in grades 6-12, Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LK Crystal-Wellcome Memorial Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lake Crystal, MN, covering approximately 228.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various locations within the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge being 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec's student population of 506 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec 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 Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec is 0.13, 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
#868 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec's ranking?
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec is ranked #868 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec often compared to?
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Secis often viewed alongside schools like Maple River Secondary, Mankato West Senior High School, St. Clair Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec?
The graduation rate of Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec?
506 students attend Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec?
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec offer ?
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec part of?
Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec is part of Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial School District.
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