Martin County West Senior High School

Martin County West Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
16 W 5th St,  Sherburn, MN
Martin County West School District
3.6
4.2
208 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
David Traetow
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Reading Proficiency
54.5%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
54.5%
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
13
Full Time Teachers
13
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.2%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
26
Science
25
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
63.8%
State Average
31.9%
Science
31%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
428:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.8%
Female
48.2%
White
91.5%
Hispanic
3.6%
Two or more races
2.2%
Black
1.3%
Native American
1.3%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Minnesota State University, Mankato 27 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 20 Students
South Dakota State University 20 Students
Augustana University 12 Students
Iowa State University 9 Students
University of South Dakota 9 Students
North Dakota State University 8 Students
Gustavus Adolphus College 8 Students
Southwest Minnesota State University 8 Students
University of Iowa 7 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 11 Students
Elementary Education 11 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 10 Students
Nursing 9 Students
Psychology 8 Students
Finance 6 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 5 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 5 Students
Agricultural Business 5 Students
Biology 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 11 Reviews
4.0 Alum
10/21/2024
Weird time, after Covid they have been having some issues with teachers sticking, however its getting better. The facilities were pretty bad, but there building a new school so in my Opinion is on the up and up.
4.0 Senior
1/13/2021
Martin County West is a very good district for being a very small populated area. The teachers are what make this school a very good one. They are very helpful and their goal is to help you graduate.
4.0 Senior
1/12/2021
I really like the classroom sizes and the student to teacher ratio. I would love to see more study groups, especially for the younger kids as they are having a difficult time with distance learning due to COVID. All in all, Martin County West has been a great school to attend, and there was always someone to help me whenever I needed it. The teachers are so kind and willing to help you with anything you need.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 4 Reviews
5.0 other
6/3/2020
Great school experience, really prepared me for my future
2.0 student
4/16/2014
I attended this school in 2013. The students there are very nice and no one will have any problems making friends. On the other hand, a large amount of the staff, especially the Dean and the Principle, only care about what your last name is. If they do not approve of you or your history they will tr...
5.0 student
3/4/2009
5.0 student
1/23/2009

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Martin County West Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Sherburn, MN and is served by the Martin County West School District in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 208 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 24.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 54.5% are proficient in reading. Martin County West Senior High 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 3.55, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Martin County West Junior High School, Sherburn Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Sherburn has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Martin County West Senior High School.

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