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#473 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 24% in state

A.c.g.c. Secondary

High School · A.C.G.C. Public School District

27250 MINNESOTA HIGHWAY 4, Grove City, MN 56243

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#473 of 1,992

In Grove City

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

A.C.G.C. Public School District

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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A.c.g.c. Secondary

7.2/10

High School in Grove City · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6

5.2/10

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A.c.g.c. Elementary

6.9/10

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About A.c.g.c. Secondary

A.c.g.c. Secondary is a public high school in Grove City, MN, part of A.C.G.C. Public School District.

A.c.g.c. Secondary serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. A.c.g.c.

Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for A.c.g.c. Secondary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above MN schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

A.c.g.c. Secondary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,667
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

A.c.g.c. Secondary — Students at A.c.g.c. Secondary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How A.c.g.c. Secondary Compares

See how A.c.g.c. Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
76th percentile in MN
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

27250 MINNESOTA HIGHWAY 4, Grove City, MN 56243

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A.c.g.c. Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LITCHFIELD SENIOR HIGH (rated 8.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. (rated 6.8/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby New London), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EDEN VALLEY SECONDARY (rated 6.6/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Eden Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grove City, see our Grove City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ACGC ELEMENTARY GRADES 5 AND 6 Grove City 0.0 mi 5.2
A.C.G.C. ELEMENTARY Atwater 4.7 mi 6.9
RIVERVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grove City 7.4 mi
LAKE RIPLEY ELEMENTARY Litchfield 7.8 mi 5.4
SCHOOL OF ST PHILIP Litchfield 7.8 mi 6.4
Litchfield Early Childhood Special Litchfield 7.9 mi 3.8
Litchfield Middle School Litchfield 7.9 mi 7.4
LITCHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Litchfield 8.0 mi 8.2
LITCHFIELD AREA LEARNING PROGRAM Litchfield 8.0 mi
WINGS ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Litchfield 9.0 mi
SWWC ELC - Cosmos Cosmos 14.1 mi 5.8
EDEN VALLEY SECONDARY Eden Valley 14.3 mi 6.6
Paynesville Area Secondary School Paynesville 16.1 mi 5.8
EDEN VALLEY ELEMENTARY Eden Valley 14.7 mi 7.6
Paynesville Area Elementary Paynesville 16.3 mi 5.5
Prairie Meadows Learning Center New London 14.6 mi
NEW LONDON-SPICER MIDDLE New London 16.4 mi 8.4
NEW LONDON-SPICER SR. New London 16.4 mi 6.8
NEW LONDON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL New London 16.4 mi
PRAIRIE WOODS ELEMENTARY New London 16.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,625

Median Home Value

$173,400

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

1,968

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A.c.g.c. Secondary

What grades does A.c.g.c. Secondary serve?

A.c.g.c. Secondary serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend A.c.g.c. Secondary?

A.c.g.c. Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A.c.g.c. Secondary?

The student-teacher ratio at A.c.g.c. Secondary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A.c.g.c. Secondary rank in MN?

A.c.g.c. Secondary ranks #473 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is A.c.g.c. Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?

A.c.g.c. Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A.c.g.c. Secondary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A.c.g.c. Secondary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is A.c.g.c. Secondary a charter school?

No, A.c.g.c. Secondary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A.c.g.c. Secondary a Title I school?

No, A.c.g.c. Secondary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A.c.g.c. Secondary?

47.6% of students at A.c.g.c. Secondary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Meeker County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

A.C.G.C. Public School District
District Enrollment
880
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,667
District Rank
#1 of 3

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