Serving 228 students in grades 7-12, Nashwauk 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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nashwauk Secondary's student population of 228 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to high-quality education in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment building a foundation for lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Nashwauk 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 Nashwauk Secondary is 0.32, 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)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
White
81%
60%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Nashwauk Secondary's ranking?
Nashwauk Secondary is ranked #1294 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Nashwauk Secondary often compared to?
Nashwauk Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Rapids Senior High School 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 Nashwauk Secondary?
The graduation rate of Nashwauk Secondary is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Nashwauk Secondary?
228 students attend Nashwauk Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nashwauk Secondary students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashwauk Secondary?
Nashwauk Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nashwauk Secondary offer ?
Nashwauk Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashwauk Secondary part of?
Nashwauk Secondary is part of Nashwauk-Keewatin School District.
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