Serving 345 students in grades 7-12, East Central Senior Secondary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central Senior Secondary's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Central Senior Secondary 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 East Central Senior Secondary is 0.32, 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
#1602 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
82%
61%
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
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 East Central Senior Secondary's ranking?
East Central Senior Secondary is ranked #1602 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Central Senior Secondary?
The graduation rate of East Central Senior Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Central Senior Secondary?
345 students attend East Central Senior Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of East Central Senior Secondary students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Central Senior Secondary?
East Central Senior Secondary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Central Senior Secondary offer ?
East Central Senior Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is East Central Senior Secondary part of?
East Central Senior Secondary is part of East Central School District.
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