Serving 160 students in grades 7-12, Wrenshall 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 25-29% (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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wrenshall Secondary's student population of 160 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Wrenshall 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 Wrenshall Secondary is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1283 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
86%
60%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wrenshall Secondary's ranking?
Wrenshall Secondary is ranked #1283 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?
25-29% 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 Wrenshall Secondary?
The graduation rate of Wrenshall Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wrenshall Secondary?
160 students attend Wrenshall Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wrenshall Secondary students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wrenshall Secondary?
Wrenshall Secondary has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wrenshall Secondary offer ?
Wrenshall Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wrenshall Secondary part of?
Wrenshall Secondary is part of Wrenshall Public School District.
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