Hawley Secondary

Hawley Secondary serves 452 students in grades 7-12 in the rural community of Hawley, Minnesota. With 29 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranking #272 out of 2,027 Minnesota schools, placing it in the 87th percentile statewide.

Students achieve solid results across core subjects, with 65% reaching proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and Reading, and 62% meeting proficiency standards in Mathematics. The school's academic score of 8.8 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence. Hawley Secondary draws from a stable community where the median household income reaches $98,616 and the poverty rate remains low at just 6.3%.

The area's median home value of $305,000 reflects the community's investment in the region, while 32% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a supportive educational environment. Located in rural Clay County, Hawley Secondary provides students with the advantages of small-town education while maintaining academic standards that compete favorably with schools across Minnesota.

Located in a rural area, Hawley Secondary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.