Serving 287 students in grades 5-12, Underwood 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 35-39% (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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Underwood Secondary's student population of 287 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Rockets
School Rankings
Underwood 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 Underwood Secondary is 0.17, 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
#1132 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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: Rockets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Underwood Secondary's ranking?
Underwood Secondary is ranked #1132 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Underwood Secondary often compared to?
Underwood Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Henning Secondary, New York Mills Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Underwood Secondary?
The graduation rate of Underwood Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Underwood Secondary?
287 students attend Underwood Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Underwood Secondary students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Underwood Secondary?
Underwood Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Underwood Secondary offer ?
Underwood Secondary offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Underwood Secondary part of?
Underwood Secondary is part of Underwood 51爆料 District.
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