New Prague High School is a public secondary school in New Prague, Minnesota, United States serving the communities of New Prague, Lonsdale, and Elko New Market. The school has a ninety-eight percent or better graduation rate on average, and ninety percent of graduates attend a post-secondary institution.
Serving 1,315 students in grades 9-12, New Prague Senior High School 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 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: New Prague Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire New Prague school district, encompassing approximately 157 square miles around New Prague, MN. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge, which can extend up to 12.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prague Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Prague Senior High School's student population of 1,315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Prague Senior High School 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 New Prague Senior 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
#255 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Prague Senior High School's ranking?
New Prague Senior High School is ranked #255 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are New Prague Senior High School often compared to?
New Prague Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prior Lake High School, Shakopee High School, Jordan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Prague Senior High School?
The graduation rate of New Prague Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend New Prague Senior High School?
1,315 students attend New Prague Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of New Prague Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Prague Senior High School?
New Prague Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Prague Senior High School offer ?
New Prague Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Prague Senior High School part of?
New Prague Senior High School is part of New Prague Area Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This School is an amazing school. I am a Freshman here this year and i love it so much. There are amazing teachers and you make a lot more friends. There are many activities and clubs to do. it''s a completely safe environment for anyone and everyone. I recommend this school.
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