Serving 359 students in grades 7-12, Braham Area 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 30-34% (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 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (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
Braham Area Secondary's student population of 359 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Braham Area 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 Braham Area Secondary is 0.22, 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
#1228 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braham Area Secondary's ranking?
Braham Area Secondary is ranked #1228 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?
30-34% 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 Braham Area Secondary?
The graduation rate of Braham Area Secondary is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Braham Area Secondary?
359 students attend Braham Area Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Braham Area Secondary students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Braham Area Secondary?
Braham Area Secondary has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Braham Area Secondary offer ?
Braham Area Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Braham Area Secondary part of?
Braham Area Secondary is part of Braham Public School District.
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