Hinckley-finlayson School District
School District · Hinckley, Minnesota
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,816
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,816
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Evaluating Hinckley-finlayson School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Hinckley-finlayson School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Finlayson Elementary
Finlayson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hinckley-finlayson Secondary
Hinckley · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hinckley Elementary
Hinckley · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#269 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,816
+$208 vs Minnesota median
District size
946 students
Typical than Minnesota median
The short answer
Hinckley-finlayson School District ranks #269 of 386 Minnesota districts by overall school rating. Hinckley-finlayson School District's schools with real test data average 5.9/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Finlayson Elementary (8.0/10), Hinckley-finlayson Secondary (5.3/10), and Hinckley Elementary (4.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Hinckley-finlayson School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Finlayson Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Hinckley-finlayson Secondary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Hinckley Elementary | 4.3 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Hinckley-finlayson School District
Hinckley-finlayson School District is a Hinckley, Minnesota school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 946 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $14,816 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.9/10, Hinckley-finlayson School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Finlayson Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.0/10.
In standardized testing, Hinckley-finlayson School District students show an average math proficiency of 43.9% and ELA proficiency of 49.3%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Hinckley-finlayson School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Hinckley-finlayson School District with test data.
Schools in Hinckley-finlayson School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Hinckley
- Total Enrollment
- 946
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Hinckley-finlayson School District?
Hinckley-finlayson School District has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Hinckley-finlayson School District?
The average composite rating for Hinckley-finlayson School District is 5.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Hinckley-finlayson School District?
Hinckley-finlayson School District spends $14,816 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hinckley-finlayson School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Hinckley-finlayson School District is 12.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Hinckley-finlayson School District?
Finlayson Elementary is the highest-rated school in Hinckley-finlayson School District with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What are the test scores in Hinckley-finlayson School District?
Across schools in Hinckley-finlayson School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 43.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Hinckley-finlayson School District compare to other districts in Minnesota?
Hinckley-finlayson School District has an average school rating of 5.9/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 43.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 49.3%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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