Serving 526 students in grades 7-12, Aitkin Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aitkin Secondary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aitkin Secondary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aitkin Secondary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#522 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aitkin Secondary School's ranking?
Aitkin Secondary School is ranked #522 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aitkin Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Aitkin Secondary School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Aitkin Secondary School?
526 students attend Aitkin Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Aitkin Secondary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aitkin Secondary School?
Aitkin Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aitkin Secondary School offer ?
Aitkin Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Aitkin Secondary School part of?
Aitkin Secondary School is part of Aitkin Public School District.
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