Serving 502 students in grades 6-12, Maple River Secondary ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Maple River Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mapleton, MN, covering approximately 302.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple River Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maple River Secondary's student population of 502 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maple River Secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple River Secondary is 0.21, 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
#513 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue-green, Silver, Blue/Green/White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple River Secondary's ranking?
Maple River Secondary is ranked #513 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Maple River Secondary often compared to?
Maple River Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Crystal-wellcome Memorial Sec, Mankato West Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maple River Secondary?
The graduation rate of Maple River Secondary is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Maple River Secondary?
502 students attend Maple River Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Maple River Secondary students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple River Secondary?
Maple River Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple River Secondary offer ?
Maple River Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple River Secondary part of?
Maple River Secondary is part of Maple River School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school has no great proper of their teachers on specialty needs children, absolute let down.... or perhaps they need to weed out the teachers who brush those children under the carpet. Too many families transferring out of the district.
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