Northome Secondary

11731 Hwy 1
Northome, MN 56661
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 79 students in grades 7-12, Northome 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Northome Secondary's student population of 79 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
79 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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School Rankings

Northome Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northome Secondary is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MN)
#1383 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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11-19%
45%
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40-49%
53%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
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American Indian
24%
2%
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Asian
n/a
7%
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Hispanic
1%
10%
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Black
4%
12%
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White
70%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.46
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≥50%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
26%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northome Secondary's ranking?
Northome Secondary is ranked #1383 out of 1,734 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northome Secondary?
The graduation rate of Northome Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northome Secondary?
79 students attend Northome Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northome Secondary students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northome Secondary?
Northome Secondary has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northome Secondary offer ?
Northome Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northome Secondary part of?
Northome Secondary is part of South Koochiching School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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