Serving 219 students in grades 7-12, Renville County West Senior High School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Renville County West Senior High School's student population of 219 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Renville County West Senior High School 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 Renville County West Senior High School is 0.49, 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
#1283 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
32%
12%
White
64%
60%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renville County West Senior High School's ranking?
Renville County West Senior High School is ranked #1283 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Renville County West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Renville County West Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Renville County West Senior High School?
219 students attend Renville County West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Renville County West Senior High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Renville County West Senior High School?
Renville County West Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Renville County West Senior High School offer ?
Renville County West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Renville County West Senior High School part of?
Renville County West Senior High School is part of Renville County West Schools.
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