Serving 408 students in grades 6-12, Barnesville Secondary ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnesville Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barnesville Secondary's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barnesville Secondary ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnesville Secondary is 0.17, 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
#185 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnesville Secondary's ranking?
Barnesville Secondary is ranked #185 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Barnesville Secondary often compared to?
Barnesville Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Hawley Secondary, Dilworth-glyndon-felton Senior High School, Detroit Lakes Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barnesville Secondary?
The graduation rate of Barnesville Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Barnesville Secondary?
408 students attend Barnesville Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Barnesville Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnesville Secondary?
Barnesville Secondary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barnesville Secondary offer ?
Barnesville Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Barnesville Secondary part of?
Barnesville Secondary is part of Barnesville Public School District.
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