Serving 175 students in grades 6-12, Wheaton 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 25-29% (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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheaton Secondary's student population of 175 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheaton 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 Wheaton Secondary is 0.33, 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
#1005 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
12%
White
81%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Wheaton Secondary's ranking?
Wheaton Secondary is ranked #1005 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheaton Secondary?
The graduation rate of Wheaton Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wheaton Secondary?
175 students attend Wheaton Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wheaton Secondary students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheaton Secondary?
Wheaton Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheaton Secondary offer ?
Wheaton Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheaton Secondary part of?
Wheaton Secondary is part of Wheaton Area Public School District.
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