Serving 308 students in grades 7-12, Mahnomen 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 86% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mahnomen Secondary's student population of 308 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Mahnomen Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mahnomen Secondary is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1774 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
65%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahnomen Secondary's ranking?
Mahnomen Secondary is ranked #1774 out of 1,860 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mahnomen Secondary?
The graduation rate of Mahnomen Secondary is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mahnomen Secondary?
308 students attend Mahnomen Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mahnomen Secondary students are American Indian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mahnomen Secondary?
Mahnomen Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahnomen Secondary offer ?
Mahnomen Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahnomen Secondary part of?
Mahnomen Secondary is part of Mahnomen Public School District.
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