Serving 328 students in grades 7-12, Murray County Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Murray County Central Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 313.2 square miles around Slayton, MN. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray County Central High School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Home of the Rebels!
School Rankings
Murray County Central High School 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 Murray County Central High School is 0.15, 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
#527 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
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 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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)11%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Murray County Central High School's ranking?
Murray County Central High School is ranked #527 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Murray County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Murray County Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Murray County Central High School?
328 students attend Murray County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Murray County Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray County Central High School?
Murray County Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Murray County Central High School offer ?
Murray County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Murray County Central High School part of?
Murray County Central High School is part of Murray County Central Schools.
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