Serving 151 students in grades 7-12, Nicollet 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicollet Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Nicollet, MN, encompassing approximately 138.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicollet High School's student population of 151 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Home of the Raiders
School Rankings
Nicollet 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 Nicollet High School is 0.11, 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
#1220 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)14.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicollet High School's ranking?
Nicollet High School is ranked #1220 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nicollet High School?
The graduation rate of Nicollet High School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Nicollet High School?
151 students attend Nicollet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nicollet High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicollet High School?
Nicollet High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nicollet High School offer ?
Nicollet High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicollet High School part of?
Nicollet High School is part of Nicollet Public School District.
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