Hinckley-Finlayson School District
School District · Hinckley, Minnesota
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#229 of 389
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
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 #229 of 389 Minnesota districts by overall school rating. Hinckley-Finlayson School District's schools with real test data average 6.2/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Hinckley Elementary (8.2/10), Finlayson Elementary (6.2/10), and Hinckley-Finlayson Secondary (4.1/10). 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 | Hinckley Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Finlayson Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Hinckley-Finlayson Secondary | 4.1 / 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. District-level spending was $14,816 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.2/10, Hinckley-Finlayson School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Hinckley Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Hinckley-Finlayson School District students show an average math proficiency of 41.1% and ELA proficiency of 45.4%.
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 schoolsElementary Schools2
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Hinckley
- Total Enrollment
- 946
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- District spending per student
- $14,816NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 14.6%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory 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 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Hinckley-Finlayson School District?
Hinckley-Finlayson School District's district-level spending was $14,816 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
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?
Hinckley Elementary is the highest-rated school in Hinckley-Finlayson School District with a composite score of 8.2/10.
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 41.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.4%. 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 6.2/10 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
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.4%
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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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