Serving 149 students in grades 6-12, Northland 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 25-29% (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 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northland Secondary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Remer, MN, encompassing approximately 821.4 square miles. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 18.9 miles to the zone edge and a maximum reach of 23.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northland Secondary's student population of 149 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northland 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 Northland Secondary is 0.52, 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
#1578 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
46%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northland Secondary's ranking?
Northland Secondary is ranked #1578 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northland Secondary?
The graduation rate of Northland Secondary is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Northland Secondary?
149 students attend Northland Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northland Secondary students are White, 46% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northland Secondary?
Northland Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northland Secondary offer ?
Northland Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northland Secondary part of?
Northland Secondary is part of Northland Community Schools.
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