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Chisholm Secondary
High School · CHISHOLM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
300 3RD AVE SW, Chisholm, MN 55719
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,139 of 1,992
In Chisholm
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
CHISHOLM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Chisholm Secondary
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About Chisholm Secondary
Chisholm Secondary is a public high school in Chisholm, MN, part of CHISHOLM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Chisholm Secondary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chisholm Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,139 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Chisholm Secondary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Chisholm Secondary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
39% of students at Chisholm Secondary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Chisholm Secondary — Students at Chisholm Secondary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Chisholm Secondary Compares
See how Chisholm Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 3RD AVE SW, Chisholm, MN 55719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chisholm Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 010 (rated 8.1/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Virginia), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHERRY SECONDARY (rated 7.1/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Iron), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIBBING HIGH (rated 6.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Hibbing), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chisholm, see our Chisholm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHISHOLM ELEMENTARY Chisholm | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Vaughan-Steffensrud Elementary Chisholm | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hibbing | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Hibbing Early Learning Center Hibbing | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Hibbing | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| HIBBING HIGH Hibbing | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MESABI AREA LEARNING CENTER Hibbing | 4.7 mi | — |
| ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hibbing | 4.8 mi | 4.0 |
| GREENHAVEN ELEMENTARY Hibbing | 5.8 mi | 8.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hibbing | 6.2 mi | 4.8 |
| CHERRY ELEMENTARY Iron | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| CHERRY SECONDARY Iron | 9.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Keewatin-Nashwauk Elementary School Keewatin | 10.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MERRITT ELEMENTARY Mountain Iron | 13.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MOUNTAIN IRON-BUHL SECONDARY Mountain Iron | 13.7 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST RANGE ACADEMY OF TECH-SCIENCE Mountain Iron | 14.1 mi | 5.6 |
| NASHWAUK SECONDARY Nashwauk | 15.2 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 020 Virginia | 15.5 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 010 Virginia | 15.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Parkview Elementary Virginia | 15.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,497
Median Home Value
$121,200
Median Rent
$784/mo
Population
5,642
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
51.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRECKENRIDGE SENIOR HIGH Breckenridge, MN | 5.9 |
| MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm, MN | 5.9 |
| VERNDALE SECONDARY Verndale, MN | 5.9 |
| CLEARBROOK-GONVICK SECONDARY Clearbrook, MN | 6.0 |
| FRAZEE SECONDARY Frazee, MN | 6.0 |
| LAKE PARK AUDUBON SECONDARY Lake Park, MN | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chisholm Secondary
What grades does Chisholm Secondary serve?
Chisholm Secondary serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Chisholm Secondary?
Chisholm Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chisholm Secondary?
The student-teacher ratio at Chisholm Secondary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chisholm Secondary rank in MN?
Chisholm Secondary ranks #1,139 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Chisholm Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?
Chisholm Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Chisholm Secondary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chisholm Secondary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Chisholm Secondary a charter school?
No, Chisholm Secondary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chisholm Secondary a Title I school?
No, Chisholm Secondary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chisholm Secondary?
49.4% of students at Chisholm 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (218) 254-5726
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
CHISHOLM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 658
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,145
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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