Serving 245 students in grades 7-12, North Woods 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Woods Secondary serves the northwest part of Cook, MN, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 1,784.8 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 52.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Woods Secondary's student population of 245 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Woods 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 North Woods Secondary is 0.54, 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
#1432 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
27%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
62%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Woods Secondary's ranking?
North Woods Secondary is ranked #1432 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Woods Secondary?
The graduation rate of North Woods Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend North Woods Secondary?
245 students attend North Woods Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Woods Secondary students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Woods Secondary?
North Woods Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Woods Secondary offer ?
North Woods Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Woods Secondary part of?
North Woods Secondary is part of St. Louis County School District.
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