Serving 258 students in grades 7-12, South Ridge 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Ridge Secondary serves the southern part of the Saginaw, MN school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 857.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this zone is around 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 30.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Ridge Secondary's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings
South Ridge 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 South Ridge Secondary is 0.39, 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
#1408 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
American Indian
7%
2%
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Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
80-89%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Ridge Secondary's ranking?
South Ridge Secondary is ranked #1408 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are South Ridge Secondary often compared to?
South Ridge Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Hermantown Middle School, Proctor Senior High School, A.i. Jedlicka Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Ridge Secondary?
The graduation rate of South Ridge Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend South Ridge Secondary?
258 students attend South Ridge Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of South Ridge Secondary students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Ridge Secondary?
South Ridge Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Ridge Secondary offer ?
South Ridge Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ridge Secondary part of?
South Ridge Secondary is part of St. Louis County School District.
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