Serving 46 students in grades 7-12, Vermilion Country School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vermilion Country School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Vermilion Country School's student population of 46 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vermilion Country 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 Vermilion Country School is 0.43, 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
#1209 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
22%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Vermilion Country School's ranking?
Vermilion Country School is ranked #1209 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vermilion Country School?
The graduation rate of Vermilion Country School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Vermilion Country School?
46 students attend Vermilion Country School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Vermilion Country School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vermilion Country School?
Vermilion Country School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vermilion Country School offer ?
Vermilion Country School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Vermilion Country School part of?
Vermilion Country School is part of Vermilion Country School District.
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