Serving 457 students in grades 9-12, Park Rapids Senior High School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Rapids Senior High School's student population of 457 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Preparing Today's Learners for Tomorrow's Challenges
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Park Rapids Senior High School 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 Park Rapids Senior High School is 0.33, 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
#1478 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Rapids Senior High School's ranking?
Park Rapids Senior High School is ranked #1478 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Park Rapids Senior High School often compared to?
Park Rapids Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nevis Elementary School, Nevis Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park Rapids Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Park Rapids Senior High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Park Rapids Senior High School?
457 students attend Park Rapids Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Park Rapids Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Rapids Senior High School?
Park Rapids Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Rapids Senior High School offer ?
Park Rapids Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Rapids Senior High School part of?
Park Rapids Senior High School is part of Park Rapids ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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