Serving 438 students in grades 6-12, Deer River 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% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deer River Secondary's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deer River 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 Deer River Secondary is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1385 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
33%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deer River Secondary's ranking?
Deer River Secondary is ranked #1385 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Deer River Secondary often compared to?
Deer River Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Rapids Senior High School, Bigfork Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deer River Secondary?
The graduation rate of Deer River Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Deer River Secondary?
438 students attend Deer River Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Deer River Secondary students are White, 33% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deer River Secondary?
Deer River Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deer River Secondary offer ?
Deer River Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deer River Secondary part of?
Deer River Secondary is part of Deer River 51爆料 District.
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