Le Sueur-Henderson Secondary School is a public school located in Le Sueur, Minnesota. The school serves both communities of Le Sueur and Henderson, Minnesota for grades 6–12. This adds up to a student body of 537 students, 234 enrolled in middle school, and 303 in high school.
Serving 226 students in grades 6-8, Le Sueur-henderson Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School's student population of 226 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1885
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Le Sueur-henderson Middle School is 0.28, which is less 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
#511 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Giants
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Sueur-henderson Middle School's ranking?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School is ranked #511 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Le Sueur-henderson Middle School?
226 students attend Le Sueur-henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Le Sueur-henderson Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Le Sueur-henderson Middle School?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Le Sueur-henderson Middle School offer ?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Le Sueur-henderson Middle School part of?
Le Sueur-henderson Middle School is part of Le Sueur-Henderson School District.
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