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Crookston Secondary

High School · CROOKSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

402 FISHER AVE, Crookston, MN 56716

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,092 of 1,992

In Crookston

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

CROOKSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Crookston Secondary

6.0/10

High School in Crookston · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Crookston Secondary

Crookston Secondary is a public high school in Crookston, MN, part of CROOKSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Crookston Secondary serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Crookston Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,092 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Crookston Secondary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with MN schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Crookston 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation3.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,427
Chronic Absenteeism39%

Crookston Secondary — Students at Crookston Secondary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
35%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Crookston Secondary Compares

See how Crookston Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in MN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
3.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·38 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

402 FISHER AVE, Crookston, MN 56716

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Crookston Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAFAYETTE SECONDARY (rated 8.5/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Red Lake Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is FERTILE-BELTRAMI SECONDARY (rated 7.3/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Fertile), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SECONDARY (rated 6.7/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Warren), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Crookston, see our Crookston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Crookston 0.6 mi 6.8
CROOKSTON PRE-K PROGRAM Crookston 0.6 mi
OUR SAVIOR"S LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Crookston 1.3 mi 5.7
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Crookston 1.0 mi 6.6
NORTHERN LIGHTS ACADEMY Crookston 1.7 mi
FISHER SECONDARY Fisher 9.0 mi 5.2
FISHER ELEMENTARY Fisher 9.0 mi 4.6
CLIMAX SECONDARY Climax 16.0 mi 5.5
CLIMAX ELEMENTARY Climax 16.0 mi 8.7
LAFAYETTE SECONDARY Red Lake Falls 16.3 mi 8.5
J.A. HUGHES ELEMENTARY Red Lake Falls 16.8 mi 8.5
CENTRAL MIDDLE East Grand Forks 19.5 mi 7.2
SOUTH POINT ELEMENTARY East Grand Forks 19.7 mi 5.1
FERTILE-BELTRAMI ELEMENTARY Fertile 23.2 mi 8.1
FERTILE-BELTRAMI SECONDARY Fertile 23.2 mi 7.3
WARREN ELEMENTARY Warren 28.9 mi 7.1
WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SECONDARY Warren 28.9 mi 6.7
RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL East Grand Forks 21.5 mi 5.6
SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Grand Forks 21.7 mi 7.6
PRAIRIE VOYAGER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Grand Forks 21.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,781

Median Home Value

$178,200

Median Rent

$828/mo

Population

8,991

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

64%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Crookston Secondary

What grades does Crookston Secondary serve?

Crookston Secondary serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Crookston Secondary?

Crookston Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Crookston Secondary?

The student-teacher ratio at Crookston 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 Crookston Secondary rank in MN?

Crookston Secondary ranks #1,092 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Crookston Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?

Crookston Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Crookston Secondary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Crookston Secondary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Crookston Secondary a charter school?

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

Is Crookston Secondary a Title I school?

No, Crookston Secondary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crookston Secondary?

56.2% of students at Crookston 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Polk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.0%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

CROOKSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,162
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,427
District Rank
#3 of 3

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