Proctor High School is a 9–12 secondary school in Proctor, Minnesota, United States that was established in 1912. Situated in the Duluth–Superior area, Proctor High School and the connected A.I. Jedlicka Middle School serves about 1,000 students.
Serving 540 students in grades 9-12, Proctor Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Proctor Senior High’s attendance zone encompasses the entire Duluth, MN school district, covering approximately 150 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Proctor Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Proctor Senior High School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Motto
#RailStrong
School Rankings
Proctor Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Proctor Senior High School is 0.24, 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
#497 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
RailStrong
School Mascot
Rail, Hog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Proctor Senior High School's ranking?
Proctor Senior High School is ranked #497 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Proctor Senior High School often compared to?
Proctor Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Ridge Secondary, Hermantown Senior High School, Denfeld High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Proctor Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Proctor Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Proctor Senior High School?
540 students attend Proctor Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Proctor Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Proctor Senior High School?
Proctor Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Proctor Senior High School offer ?
Proctor Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Proctor Senior High School part of?
Proctor Senior High School is part of Proctor Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Proctor Senior High School located?
Proctor Senior High School is located in the East Hillside neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in East Hillside.
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