Serving 509 students in grades 7-12, Holdingford 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 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holdingford Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Holdingford Secondary's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holdingford 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 Holdingford Secondary is 0.06, 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
#962 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
97%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holdingford Secondary's ranking?
Holdingford Secondary is ranked #962 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Holdingford Secondary often compared to?
Holdingford Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Secondary, Sauk Centre Secondary, Apollo Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holdingford Secondary?
The graduation rate of Holdingford Secondary is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Holdingford Secondary?
509 students attend Holdingford Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Holdingford Secondary students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holdingford Secondary?
Holdingford Secondary has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Holdingford Secondary offer ?
Holdingford Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holdingford Secondary part of?
Holdingford Secondary is part of Holdingford Public School District.
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