Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Martin County West Senior High School 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin County West Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district and covers approximately 280.4 square miles in Sherburn, MN, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.2 miles, reaching up to 13.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin County West Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Martin County West Senior High School's student population of 187 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Martin County West Senior High School 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 Martin County West Senior High School is 0.17, 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
#899 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin County West Senior High School's ranking?
Martin County West Senior High School is ranked #899 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Martin County West Senior High School often compared to?
Martin County West Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Jr./sr. High School, Granada Huntley East Chain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martin County West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Martin County West Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Martin County West Senior High School?
187 students attend Martin County West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Martin County West Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin County West Senior High School?
Martin County West Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin County West Senior High School offer ?
Martin County West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin County West Senior High School part of?
Martin County West Senior High School is part of Martin County West School District.
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