Very Good
#600 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 30% in state
Cloquet Senior
High School · CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1000 18TH ST, Cloquet, MN 55720
Enrollment
789
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
789
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#600 of 1,992
In Cloquet
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Cloquet Senior
Cloquet Senior is a public high school in Cloquet, MN, part of CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Cloquet Senior serves approximately 789 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cloquet Senior has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Cloquet Senior show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cloquet Senior runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Cloquet Senior 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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Cloquet Senior — Students at Cloquet Senior score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.3/10.
How Cloquet Senior Compares
See how Cloquet Senior 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
1000 18TH ST, Cloquet, MN 55720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cloquet Senior may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH (rated 8.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Proctor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN SECONDARY (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Esko), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WRENSHALL SECONDARY (rated 7.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Wrenshall), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cloquet, see our Cloquet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLOQUET MIDDLE Cloquet | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Northern Lights Academy Cloquet | 0.6 mi | — |
| CLOQUET AREA ALT. ED. PROGRAMS Cloquet | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CAAEP EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM Cloquet | 0.6 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cloquet | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Cloquet | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CLOQUET EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Cloquet | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| SHARED TIME Cloquet | 1.9 mi | — |
| NLA-Carlton Cloquet | 3.2 mi | — |
| CARLTON SECONDARY Carlton | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTH TERRACE ELEMENTARY Carlton | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Fond du Lac Ojibwe School Cloquet | 3.4 mi | — |
| LINCOLN SECONDARY Esko | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| WINTERQUIST ELEMENTARY Esko | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WRENSHALL ELEMENTARY Wrenshall | 7.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WRENSHALL SECONDARY Wrenshall | 7.0 mi | 7.2 |
| PROCTOR SENIOR HIGH Proctor | 10.0 mi | 8.0 |
| A.I. JEDLICKA MIDDLE SCHOOL Proctor | 10.0 mi | 4.9 |
| STOWE ELEMENTARY Duluth | 10.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,399
Median Home Value
$213,300
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
17,480
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jordan High School Jordan, MN | 7.0 |
| MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL Marshall, MN | 7.0 |
| PERHAM SENIOR HIGH Perham, MN | 7.0 |
| BIG LAKE SENIOR HIGH Big Lake, MN | 6.9 |
| Cannon Falls Secondary Cannon Falls, MN | 7.1 |
| DASSEL-COKATO SENIOR HIGH Cokato, MN | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cloquet Senior
What grades does Cloquet Senior serve?
Cloquet Senior serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cloquet Senior?
Cloquet Senior has an enrollment of approximately 789 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cloquet Senior?
The student-teacher ratio at Cloquet Senior is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cloquet Senior rank in MN?
Cloquet Senior ranks #600 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Cloquet Senior's MySchoolScout rating?
Cloquet Senior has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cloquet Senior?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cloquet Senior has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cloquet Senior a charter school?
No, Cloquet Senior is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cloquet Senior a Title I school?
No, Cloquet Senior is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cloquet Senior?
43.3% of students at Cloquet Senior 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 789
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carlton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (218) 879-3393
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,598
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,871
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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