Northfield Portage High School serves 37 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield Portage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northfield Portage High School's student population of 37 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northfield Portage High School is 0.51, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
68%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Northfield Portage High School?
The graduation rate of Northfield Portage High School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northfield Portage High School?
37 students attend Northfield Portage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Northfield Portage High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northfield Portage High School?
Northfield Portage High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northfield Portage High School offer ?
Northfield Portage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northfield Portage High School part of?
Northfield Portage High School is part of Northfield Public School District.
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