Serving 206 students in grades 6-12, Wm. M. Kelley 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 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wm. M. Kelley Secondary's student population of 206 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Wm. M. Kelley 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 Wm. M. Kelley Secondary is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. 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)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wm. M. Kelley Secondary's ranking?
Wm. M. Kelley 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 Wm. M. Kelley Secondary?
The graduation rate of Wm. M. Kelley Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wm. M. Kelley Secondary?
206 students attend Wm. M. Kelley Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wm. M. Kelley Secondary students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wm. M. Kelley Secondary?
Wm. M. Kelley Secondary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wm. M. Kelley Secondary offer ?
Wm. M. Kelley Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wm. M. Kelley Secondary part of?
Wm. M. Kelley Secondary is part of Lake Superior Public School District.
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