Serving 317 students in grades 6-12, Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
317 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School is 0.18, 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
#1398 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%

Black
n/a
12%

White
90%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School's ranking?
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School is ranked #1398 out of 1,860 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School?
317 students attend Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School?
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School offer ?
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School part of?
Belgrade-brooten-elrosa Secondary School is part of Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa School District.
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