Serving 279 students in grades 7-12, Nevis Secondary ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nevis Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nevis Secondary's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide an educational environment which emphasizes independent learning as a lifelong process of challenges.
School Rankings
Nevis Secondary ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nevis Secondary is 0.26, 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
#354 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevis Secondary's ranking?
Nevis Secondary is ranked #354 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nevis Secondary often compared to?
Nevis Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Park Rapids Senior High School, Nevis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nevis Secondary?
The graduation rate of Nevis Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Nevis Secondary?
279 students attend Nevis Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Nevis Secondary students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nevis Secondary?
Nevis Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nevis Secondary offer ?
Nevis Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nevis Secondary part of?
Nevis Secondary is part of Nevis Public School District.
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