Serving 283 students in grades 7-12, Waubun 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waubun Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waubun Secondary's student population of 283 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Waubun 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 Waubun Secondary is 0.41, 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
#1578 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
75%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
17%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waubun Secondary's ranking?
Waubun Secondary is ranked #1578 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waubun Secondary?
The graduation rate of Waubun Secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Waubun Secondary?
283 students attend Waubun Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waubun Secondary students are American Indian, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waubun Secondary?
Waubun Secondary has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waubun Secondary offer ?
Waubun Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waubun Secondary part of?
Waubun Secondary is part of Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Schools.
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