Serving 502 students in grades 9-12, Spectrum High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spectrum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Spectrum High School's student population of 502 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Spectrum High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spectrum High School is 0.29, 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
#228 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sting
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spectrum High School's ranking?
Spectrum High School is ranked #228 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Spectrum High School often compared to?
Spectrum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elk River Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spectrum High School?
The graduation rate of Spectrum High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Spectrum High School?
502 students attend Spectrum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Spectrum High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spectrum High School?
Spectrum High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spectrum High School offer ?
Spectrum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spectrum High School part of?
Spectrum High School is part of Spectrum High School District.
School Calendar
View the Spectrum High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School Full Day
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Fall Break No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break No School
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Seniors
May 25, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last Day Grades 5-11
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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