Serving 135 students in grades 7-12, Kelliher 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelliher Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Kelliher Secondary's student population of 135 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kelliher Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kelliher Secondary is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1414 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
47%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kelliher Secondary's ranking?
Kelliher Secondary is ranked #1414 out of 1,734 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kelliher Secondary?
The graduation rate of Kelliher Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kelliher Secondary?
135 students attend Kelliher Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kelliher Secondary students are White, 47% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelliher Secondary?
Kelliher Secondary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kelliher Secondary offer ?
Kelliher Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Kelliher Secondary part of?
Kelliher Secondary is part of Kelliher Public School District.
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