Serving 124 students in grades 7-12, Stephen-argyle Central 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 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 14:1 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: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- 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
Stephen-argyle Central High School's student population of 124 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stephen-argyle Central 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 Stephen-argyle Central High School 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
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Stephen-argyle Central High School's ranking?
Stephen-argyle Central High School is ranked #990 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?
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 Stephen-argyle Central High School?
The graduation rate of Stephen-argyle Central High School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stephen-argyle Central High School?
124 students attend Stephen-argyle Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Stephen-argyle Central High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen-argyle Central High School?
Stephen-argyle Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stephen-argyle Central High School offer ?
Stephen-argyle Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephen-argyle Central High School part of?
Stephen-argyle Central High School is part of Stephen-Argyle Central Schools.
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