Serving 60 students in grades 7-12, Ellsworth 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellsworth Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ellsworth Secondary's student population of 60 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Ellsworth Public School!
School Rankings
Ellsworth 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 Ellsworth Secondary is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1314 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellsworth Secondary's ranking?
Ellsworth Secondary is ranked #1314 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellsworth Secondary?
The graduation rate of Ellsworth Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ellsworth Secondary?
60 students attend Ellsworth Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ellsworth Secondary students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellsworth Secondary?
Ellsworth Secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Secondary offer ?
Ellsworth Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellsworth Secondary part of?
Ellsworth Secondary is part of Ellsworth Public School District.
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