Serving 150 students in grades 7-12, Cromwell-wright Secondary ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cromwell-wright Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cromwell-wright Secondary's student population of 150 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
150 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Cromwell-wright Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cromwell-wright Secondary is 0.17, 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
#831 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
2%

Asian
1%
7%

Hispanic
1%
12%

Black
1%
12%

White
91%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cromwell-wright Secondary's ranking?
Cromwell-wright Secondary is ranked #831 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cromwell-wright Secondary?
The graduation rate of Cromwell-wright Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cromwell-wright Secondary?
150 students attend Cromwell-wright Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cromwell-wright Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cromwell-wright Secondary?
Cromwell-wright Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cromwell-wright Secondary offer ?
Cromwell-wright Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Cromwell-wright Secondary part of?
Cromwell-wright Secondary is part of Cromwell-Wright School District.
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