Serving 146 students in grades 7-12, Upsala 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 30-34% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Upsala Secondary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Upsala, MN, covering approximately 68.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upsala Secondary's student population of 146 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Upsala 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 Upsala Secondary is 0.04, 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
#1106 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
98%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upsala Secondary's ranking?
Upsala Secondary is ranked #1106 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?
30-34% 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 Upsala Secondary?
The graduation rate of Upsala Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Upsala Secondary?
146 students attend Upsala Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Upsala Secondary students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upsala Secondary?
Upsala Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upsala Secondary offer ?
Upsala Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upsala Secondary part of?
Upsala Secondary is part of Upsala Public School District.
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