Serving 337 students in grades 6-12, Lewiston-altura 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 35-39% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewiston-altura Secondary's student population of 337 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewiston-altura 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 Lewiston-altura Secondary is 0.30, 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
#1294 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewiston-altura Secondary's ranking?
Lewiston-altura Secondary is ranked #1294 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lewiston-altura Secondary often compared to?
Lewiston-altura Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like St. Charles Secondary by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewiston-altura Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lewiston-altura Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lewiston-altura Secondary?
337 students attend Lewiston-altura Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lewiston-altura Secondary students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewiston-altura Secondary?
Lewiston-altura Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewiston-altura Secondary offer ?
Lewiston-altura Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewiston-altura Secondary part of?
Lewiston-altura Secondary is part of Lewiston-Altura Public School District.
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