Serving 71 students in grades 7-12, Norman County East Secondary 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norman County East Secondary's student population of 71 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Norman County East Secondary 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 Norman County East Secondary is 0.43, 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
#1159 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman County East Secondary's ranking?
Norman County East Secondary is ranked #1159 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norman County East Secondary?
The graduation rate of Norman County East Secondary is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Norman County East Secondary?
71 students attend Norman County East Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Norman County East Secondary students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman County East Secondary?
Norman County East Secondary has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Norman County East Secondary offer ?
Norman County East Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norman County East Secondary part of?
Norman County East Secondary is part of Norman County East School District.
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