Menahga School is a public high school in Menahga, Minnesota, United States serving grades 9–12; it is located immediately east of U.S. Route 71.
Serving 434 students in grades 7-12, Menahga High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menahga High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Menahga High School's student population of 434 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage all learners on a life-long path to success.
School Rankings
Menahga High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Menahga High School is 0.15, 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
#865 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Menahga High School's ranking?
Menahga High School is ranked #865 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menahga High School?
The graduation rate of Menahga High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Menahga High School?
434 students attend Menahga High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Menahga High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menahga High School?
Menahga High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Menahga High School offer ?
Menahga High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menahga High School part of?
Menahga High School is part of Menahga 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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