Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, Rushford-peterson Senior 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rushford-peterson Senior High School's student population of 223 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Rushford-Peterson Schools is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment.
School Rankings
Rushford-peterson Senior 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 Rushford-peterson Senior High School is 0.10, 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
#753 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Rushford-peterson Senior High School's ranking?
Rushford-peterson Senior High School is ranked #753 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rushford-peterson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Rushford-peterson Senior High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rushford-peterson Senior High School?
223 students attend Rushford-peterson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rushford-peterson Senior High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rushford-peterson Senior High School?
Rushford-peterson Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rushford-peterson Senior High School offer ?
Rushford-peterson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rushford-peterson Senior High School part of?
Rushford-peterson Senior High School is part of Rushford-Peterson School District.
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