Serving 241 students in grades 7-12, Mountain Lake 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Lake Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mountain Lake Secondary's student population of 241 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Mountain Lake 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 Mountain Lake Secondary is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#990 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
29%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
56%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Lake Secondary's ranking?
Mountain Lake Secondary is ranked #990 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Mountain Lake Secondary?
The graduation rate of Mountain Lake Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mountain Lake Secondary?
241 students attend Mountain Lake Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Mountain Lake Secondary students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Lake Secondary?
Mountain Lake Secondary has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountain Lake Secondary offer ?
Mountain Lake Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Lake Secondary part of?
Mountain Lake Secondary is part of Mountain Lake School District.
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