Serving 159 students in grades 7-12, Kelliher 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 20-24% (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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kelliher Secondary's student population of 159 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Kelliher 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 Kelliher Secondary is 0.51, 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
#1348 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
55%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
44%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kelliher Secondary's ranking?
Kelliher Secondary is ranked #1348 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?
20-24% 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 Kelliher Secondary?
The graduation rate of Kelliher Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kelliher Secondary?
159 students attend Kelliher Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Kelliher Secondary students are American Indian, 44% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kelliher Secondary?
Kelliher Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kelliher Secondary offer ?
Kelliher Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelliher Secondary part of?
Kelliher Secondary is part of Kelliher Public School District.
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