Serving 472 students in grades 9-12, Melrose Secondary 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Melrose Secondary's student population of 472 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Secondary is 0.40, 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
#801 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
26%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Secondary's ranking?
Melrose Secondary is ranked #801 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Melrose Secondary often compared to?
Melrose Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Sauk Centre Secondary, Holdingford Secondary, Albany Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melrose Secondary?
The graduation rate of Melrose Secondary is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Melrose Secondary?
472 students attend Melrose Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Melrose Secondary students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Secondary?
Melrose Secondary has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melrose Secondary offer ?
Melrose Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Melrose Secondary part of?
Melrose Secondary is part of Melrose Public School District.
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