Serving 283 students in grades 7-12, Moose Lake 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 50-54% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moose Lake Secondary's student population of 283 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Moose Lake Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moose Lake Secondary 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
#954 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)70-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Moose Lake Secondary's ranking?
Moose Lake Secondary is ranked #954 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Moose Lake Secondary often compared to?
Moose Lake Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moose Lake Secondary?
The graduation rate of Moose Lake Secondary is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Moose Lake Secondary?
283 students attend Moose Lake Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Moose Lake Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moose Lake Secondary?
Moose Lake Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moose Lake Secondary offer ?
Moose Lake Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moose Lake Secondary part of?
Moose Lake Secondary is part of Moose Lake ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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