Serving 189 students in grades 7-12, Battle Lake Secondary ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Lake Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Battle Lake Secondary's student population of 189 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Battle Lake Secondary ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Lake Secondary is 0.22, 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
#251 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Lake Secondary's ranking?
Battle Lake Secondary is ranked #251 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Battle Lake Secondary often compared to?
Battle Lake Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Henning Secondary, Parkers Prairie Secondary, Perham Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Battle Lake Secondary?
The graduation rate of Battle Lake Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Battle Lake Secondary?
189 students attend Battle Lake Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Battle Lake Secondary students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battle Lake Secondary?
Battle Lake Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battle Lake Secondary offer ?
Battle Lake Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Battle Lake Secondary part of?
Battle Lake Secondary is part of Battle Lake Public School District.
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