Serving 160 students in grades 7-12, Red Rock Central 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Red Rock Central Secondary encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 344.6 square miles in Lamberton, MN. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Rock Central Secondary's student population of 160 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
16 students
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Red Rock Central 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 Red Rock Central Secondary is 0.12, 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
#990 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Rock Central Secondary's ranking?
Red Rock Central Secondary is ranked #990 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Red Rock Central Secondary often compared to?
Red Rock Central Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove Elementary 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Rock Central Secondary?
The graduation rate of Red Rock Central Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Red Rock Central Secondary?
160 students attend Red Rock Central Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Red Rock Central Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Rock Central Secondary?
Red Rock Central Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Rock Central Secondary offer ?
Red Rock Central Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Rock Central Secondary part of?
Red Rock Central Secondary is part of Red Rock Central School District.
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