New Prague High School is a public secondary school in New Prague, Minnesota, United States serving the communities of New Prague, Lonsdale, and Elko New Market. The school has a ninety-eight percent or better graduation rate on average, and ninety percent of graduates attend a post-secondary institution.
Serving 1,311 students in grades 9-12, New Prague Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prague Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Prague Senior High School's student population of 1,311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
New Prague Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Prague Senior High School is 0.15, 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
#255 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Prague Senior High School's ranking?
New Prague Senior High School is ranked #255 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are New Prague Senior High School often compared to?
New Prague Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan High School, Prior Lake High School, Shakopee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Prague Senior High School?
The graduation rate of New Prague Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend New Prague Senior High School?
1,311 students attend New Prague Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of New Prague Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Prague Senior High School?
New Prague Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Prague Senior High School offer ?
New Prague Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Prague Senior High School part of?
New Prague Senior High School is part of New Prague Area Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2022
This School is an amazing school. I am a Freshman here this year and i love it so much. There are amazing teachers and you make a lot more friends. There are many activities and clubs to do. it''s a completely safe environment for anyone and everyone. I recommend this school.
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