Serving 232 students in grades 7-12, Wabasso 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 60-64% (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 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wabasso Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wabasso Secondary's student population of 232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wabasso 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 Wabasso Secondary is 0.13, 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
#599 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
93%
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
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wabasso Secondary's ranking?
Wabasso Secondary is ranked #599 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Wabasso Secondary?
The graduation rate of Wabasso Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wabasso Secondary?
232 students attend Wabasso Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wabasso Secondary students are White, 3% 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 Wabasso Secondary?
Wabasso Secondary has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wabasso Secondary offer ?
Wabasso Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Wabasso Secondary part of?
Wabasso Secondary is part of Wabasso Public School District.
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