Serving 154 students in grades 7-12, Littlefork-big Falls Secondary ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Littlefork-big Falls Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Littlefork-big Falls Secondary's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Littlefork-big Falls 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 Littlefork-big Falls Secondary is 0.10, 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
#591 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Littlefork-big Falls Secondary's ranking?
Littlefork-big Falls Secondary is ranked #591 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?
60-69% 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 Littlefork-big Falls Secondary?
The graduation rate of Littlefork-big Falls Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Littlefork-big Falls Secondary?
154 students attend Littlefork-big Falls Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Littlefork-big Falls Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Littlefork-big Falls Secondary?
Littlefork-big Falls Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Littlefork-big Falls Secondary offer ?
Littlefork-big Falls Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Littlefork-big Falls Secondary part of?
Littlefork-big Falls Secondary is part of Littlefork-Big Falls School District.
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