Serving 359 students in grades 6-12, Rtr Secondary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rtr Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rtr Secondary School's student population of 359 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rtr Secondary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rtr Secondary School is 0.15, 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
#553 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Rtr Secondary School's ranking?
Rtr Secondary School is ranked #553 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rtr Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Rtr Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rtr Secondary School?
359 students attend Rtr Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rtr Secondary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rtr Secondary School?
Rtr Secondary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rtr Secondary School offer ?
Rtr Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Rtr Secondary School part of?
Rtr Secondary School is part of Rtr School District.
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