Serving 140 students in grades 7-12, Rothsay 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rothsay Secondary's student population of 140 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate our students to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Rothsay 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 Rothsay Secondary is 0.19, 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
#990 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rothsay Secondary's ranking?
Rothsay Secondary is ranked #990 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rothsay Secondary often compared to?
Rothsay Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Breckenridge Middle/high School, Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rothsay Secondary?
The graduation rate of Rothsay Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rothsay Secondary?
140 students attend Rothsay Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rothsay Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rothsay Secondary?
Rothsay Secondary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rothsay Secondary offer ?
Rothsay Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rothsay Secondary part of?
Rothsay Secondary is part of Rothsay Public School District.
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