Northeast Range Secondary

30 South Dr
Babbitt, MN 55706
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 119 students in grades 7-12, Northeast Range 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 119 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northeast Range Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Northeast Range Secondary's student population of 119 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

School Rankings

Northeast Range Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Range Secondary is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1643 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
45%
30-39%
51%
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northeast Range Secondary's ranking?
Northeast Range Secondary is ranked #1643 out of 1,860 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast Range Secondary?
The graduation rate of Northeast Range Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northeast Range Secondary?
119 students attend Northeast Range Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northeast Range Secondary students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Range Secondary?
Northeast Range Secondary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northeast Range Secondary offer ?
Northeast Range Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Range Secondary part of?
Northeast Range Secondary is part of St. Louis County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 119 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : ≥80% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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