Serving 138 students in grades 7-12, Rothsay Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rothsay Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rothsay Secondary's student population of 138 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rothsay 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 Rothsay Secondary is 0.17, 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
#650 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rothsay Secondary's ranking?
Rothsay Secondary is ranked #650 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rothsay Secondary often compared to?
Rothsay Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Breckenridge Senior High School, Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rothsay Secondary?
The graduation rate of Rothsay Secondary is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rothsay Secondary?
138 students attend Rothsay Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rothsay Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rothsay Secondary?
Rothsay Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rothsay Secondary offer ?
Rothsay Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Rothsay Secondary part of?
Rothsay Secondary is part of Rothsay Public School District.
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