Serving 84 students in grades 7-12, Northome 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northome Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Northome Secondary's student population of 84 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northome 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 Northome Secondary is 0.39, 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
#1610 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
22%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Northome Secondary's ranking?
Northome Secondary is ranked #1610 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northome Secondary?
The graduation rate of Northome Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northome Secondary?
84 students attend Northome Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Northome Secondary students are White, 22% 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 Northome Secondary?
Northome Secondary has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northome Secondary offer ?
Northome Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northome Secondary part of?
Northome Secondary is part of South Koochiching School District.
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