Serving 310 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Murray County Central High School's student population of 310 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 84%.
How many students attend Murray County Central High School?
310 students attend Murray County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Murray County Central High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Murray County Central High School?
Murray County Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 School District.
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