Minnewaska Secondary School

Minnewaska Secondary School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
25122 State Highway 28,  Glenwood, MN
Minnewaska School District
3.5
5.0
424 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Cory Larson
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
26
Full Time Teachers
26
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
25
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
28.7%
State Average
31.9%
Science
22.1%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
491:1

Student Diversity

Male
56.4%
Female
43.6%
White
91.7%
Hispanic
2.5%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Black
1.3%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Dakota State University 38 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 33 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 29 Students
Gustavus Adolphus College 24 Students
University of North Dakota 22 Students
Alexandria Technical & Community College 22 Students
South Dakota State University 21 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 19 Students
Concordia College 19 Students
Minnesota State University Moorhead 17 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 27 Students
Psychology 16 Students
Biology 14 Students
Business 9 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Education 7 Students
Physical Therapy 7 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 7 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 6 Students
Elementary Education 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 26 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/27/2025
Minnewaska is a smaller school in a small Minnesota town, in graduating with a class size of 100+ kids which is the biggest grade in my school at the moment. They are a okay school with smaller funding so things could be better if they were able to make them better
4.0 Senior
1/28/2023
I've been here for all 12 years and have had a good experience. I've always felt safe and have had good memories made here.
5.0 Senior
1/2/2021
I moved to the minnewaska area school district my fourth grade year. Every year, my classes have been filled with wonderful teachers and a fantastic learning environment.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 parent
9/10/2010
Maintaining a challenging and diverse curriculum with outstanding music and athletic opportunities. Five time golf state champions.

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Minnewaska Secondary School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Glenwood, MN, in the Glenwood neighborhood, and is served by the Minnewaska School District in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 424 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Minnewaska Secondary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 92%, and the average ACT score is 24. The average home value in this area is $384,947. Discover additional schools in the area, like Minnewaska Secondary Alternative Pg, Minnewaska Day Treatment Program, Minnewaska Area Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Glenwood has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Minnewaska Secondary School.

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