Serving 160 students in grades 7-12, Upsala 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upsala Secondary's student population of 160 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upsala 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 Upsala Secondary is 0.08, 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
#1325 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upsala Secondary's ranking?
Upsala Secondary is ranked #1325 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upsala Secondary?
The graduation rate of Upsala Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Upsala Secondary?
160 students attend Upsala Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Upsala Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upsala Secondary?
Upsala Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Upsala Secondary offer ?
Upsala Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Upsala Secondary part of?
Upsala Secondary is part of Upsala Public School District.
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