Serving 504 students in grades 9-12, Melrose Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Melrose Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
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Melrose Secondary's student population of 504 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Melrose Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melrose Secondary is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
27%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Melrose Secondary's ranking?
Melrose Secondary is ranked #740 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Melrose Secondary often compared to?
Melrose Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Sauk Centre Secondary, Albany Area High School, Holdingford Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melrose Secondary?
The graduation rate of Melrose Secondary is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Melrose Secondary?
504 students attend Melrose Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Melrose Secondary students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melrose Secondary?
Melrose Secondary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Melrose Secondary offer ?
Melrose Secondary offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose Secondary part of?
Melrose Secondary is part of Melrose Public School District.
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