Serving 392 students in grades 7-12, Mesabi East 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Mesabi East Secondary covers the entire school district of Aurora, MN, encompassing approximately 398.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesabi East Secondary's student population of 392 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesabi East Secondary 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 Mesabi East 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
#1408 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Mesabi East Secondary's ranking?
Mesabi East Secondary is ranked #1408 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mesabi East Secondary often compared to?
Mesabi East Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Ridge High School, Vermilion Country School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mesabi East Secondary?
The graduation rate of Mesabi East Secondary is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Mesabi East Secondary?
392 students attend Mesabi East Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mesabi East Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesabi East Secondary?
Mesabi East Secondary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesabi East Secondary offer ?
Mesabi East Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesabi East Secondary part of?
Mesabi East Secondary is part of Mesabi East School District.
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