Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Le Sueur-henderson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School 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 Le Sueur-henderson Middle School is 0.33, 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
#572 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Le Sueur-henderson Middle School's ranking?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School is ranked #572 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Le Sueur-henderson Middle School?
244 students attend Le Sueur-henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Le Sueur-henderson Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Le Sueur-henderson Middle School?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Le Sueur-henderson Middle School offer ?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Le Sueur-henderson Middle School part of?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School is part of Le Sueur-Henderson School District.
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