Serving 131 students in grades 7-12, Northland 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northland Secondary's student population of 131 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northland 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 Northland Secondary is 0.53, 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
#1564 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
45%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northland Secondary's ranking?
Northland Secondary is ranked #1564 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northland Secondary?
The graduation rate of Northland Secondary is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northland Secondary?
131 students attend Northland Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northland Secondary students are White, 45% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northland Secondary?
Northland Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northland Secondary offer ?
Northland Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northland Secondary part of?
Northland Secondary is part of Northland Community Schools School District.
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