Northfield High School is a comprehensive, public high school in Northfield, Minnesota, United States. The school was built in 1966, with additions in 1993 and 1997. The school hosts grades 9-12. As of 2020 there are 1,235 students and 146 faculty members.
Serving 1,283 students in grades 9-12, Northfield Senior High School ranks in the top 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 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northfield Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 179.1 square miles around Northfield, MN. Typical drive times to the school range from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northfield Senior High School's student population of 1,283 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,283 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Northfield Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield Senior High School is 0.40, 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
#787 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
The Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northfield Senior High School's ranking?
Northfield Senior High School is ranked #787 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northfield Senior High School often compared to?
Northfield Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faribault Senior High School, Faribault Area Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northfield Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Northfield Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Northfield Senior High School?
1,283 students attend Northfield Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Northfield Senior High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northfield Senior High School?
Northfield Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northfield Senior High School offer ?
Northfield Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northfield Senior High School part of?
Northfield Senior High School is part of Northfield Public School District.
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