Houston Public Schools is a school district headquartered in Houston, Minnesota, United States. The district serves Houston and some unincorporated areas in Houston County.
Serving 234 students in grades 7-12, Houston 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Houston Secondary's student population of 234 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houston Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston Secondary is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#950 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
12%
White
95%
60%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Secondary's ranking?
Houston Secondary is ranked #950 out of 1,773 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston Secondary?
The graduation rate of Houston Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Houston Secondary?
234 students attend Houston Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Houston Secondary students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston Secondary?
Houston Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Houston Secondary offer ?
Houston Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houston Secondary part of?
Houston Secondary is part of Houston Public School District.
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