Lake of the Woods High School is a public high school located in Baudette, Minnesota, United States. The Lake of the Woods School organization operates both an elementary and a high school.
Serving 228 students in grades 6-12, Lake Of The Woods 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Of The Woods Secondary's student population of 228 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Of The Woods 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 Lake Of The Woods Secondary is 0.33, 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
#1432 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Lake Of The Woods Secondary's ranking?
Lake Of The Woods Secondary is ranked #1432 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Of The Woods Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lake Of The Woods Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lake Of The Woods Secondary?
228 students attend Lake Of The Woods Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lake Of The Woods Secondary students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Of The Woods Secondary?
Lake Of The Woods Secondary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Of The Woods Secondary offer ?
Lake Of The Woods Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Of The Woods Secondary part of?
Lake Of The Woods Secondary is part of Lake Of The Woods School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor quality of academic instruction. Blatant nepotism in hiring practices. Athletics are laughable at best.
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