Serving 190 students in grades 7-12, Lanesboro Secondary ranks in the top 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lanesboro Secondary's student population of 190 students has grown by 11% 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
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Lanesboro Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lanesboro Secondary is 0.10, 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
#831 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
95%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Lanesboro Secondary's ranking?
Lanesboro Secondary is ranked #831 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Lanesboro Secondary often compared to?
Lanesboro Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Fillmore Central Senior High School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lanesboro Secondary?
The graduation rate of Lanesboro Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lanesboro Secondary?
190 students attend Lanesboro Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Lanesboro Secondary students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lanesboro Secondary?
Lanesboro Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lanesboro Secondary offer ?
Lanesboro Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lanesboro Secondary part of?
Lanesboro Secondary is part of Lanesboro Public School District.
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