Serving 730 students in grades 7-12, Milaca Secondary 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 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milaca Secondary High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Milaca, MN, covering approximately 286.4 square miles. The area is typically a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milaca Secondary High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Milaca Secondary High School's student population of 730 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Milaca Secondary 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 Milaca Secondary 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
#1038 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milaca Secondary High School's ranking?
Milaca Secondary High School is ranked #1038 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Milaca Secondary High School often compared to?
Milaca Secondary High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton High School, Isle Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milaca Secondary High School?
The graduation rate of Milaca Secondary High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Milaca Secondary High School?
730 students attend Milaca Secondary High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Milaca Secondary High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milaca Secondary High School?
Milaca Secondary High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milaca Secondary High School offer ?
Milaca Secondary High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milaca Secondary High School part of?
Milaca Secondary High School is part of Milaca Public School District.
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