Serving 236 students in grades 7-12, Onamia High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Onamia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Onamia High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 108% 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
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Onamia High School 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 Onamia High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1602 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
47%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
36%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Onamia High School's ranking?
Onamia High School is ranked #1602 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Onamia High School often compared to?
Onamia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milaca Secondary High School, Isle Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Onamia High School?
The graduation rate of Onamia High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Onamia High School?
236 students attend Onamia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Onamia High School students are American Indian, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Onamia High School?
Onamia High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Onamia High School offer ?
Onamia High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Onamia High School part of?
Onamia High School is part of Onamia Public School District.
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