Serving 251 students in grades 7-12, Wabasha-kellogg 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wabasha-kellogg Secondary's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence In Education
School Rankings
Wabasha-kellogg 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 Wabasha-kellogg Secondary is 0.17, 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
#1132 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wabasha-kellogg Secondary's ranking?
Wabasha-kellogg Secondary is ranked #1132 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wabasha-kellogg Secondary?
The graduation rate of Wabasha-kellogg Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wabasha-kellogg Secondary?
251 students attend Wabasha-kellogg Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Wabasha-kellogg Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wabasha-kellogg Secondary?
Wabasha-kellogg Secondary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wabasha-kellogg Secondary offer ?
Wabasha-kellogg Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wabasha-kellogg Secondary part of?
Wabasha-kellogg Secondary is part of Wabasha-Kellogg School District.
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