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Heartland Girls Ranch
High School · BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1400 MONTANA AVE, Benson, MN 56215
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Heartland Girls Ranch
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About Heartland Girls Ranch
Heartland Girls Ranch is a public high school in Benson, MN, part of BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Heartland Girls Ranch serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Heartland Girls Ranch show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Heartland Girls Ranch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Heartland Girls Ranch runs 21:1 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.
Heartland Girls Ranch 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Address
- 1400 MONTANA AVE, Benson, MN 56215
- Website
- benson.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (320) 843-2710
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1400 MONTANA AVE, Benson, MN 56215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heartland Girls Ranch may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HANCOCK SEC. (rated 8.5/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Hancock). Another option is BENSON SECONDARY (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, MINNEWASKA SECONDARY (rated 6.6/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Glenwood). For more schools in Benson, see our Benson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENSON SECONDARY Benson | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson | 0.7 mi | — |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Benson | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MURDOCK ELEMENTARY Murdock | 11.5 mi | 6.8 |
| LAKE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Starbuck | 15.8 mi | — |
| HANCOCK ELEMENTARY Hancock | 15.6 mi | 9.0 |
| HANCOCK SEC. Hancock | 15.6 mi | 8.5 |
| KERKHOVEN SECONDARY Kerkhoven | 15.6 mi | 4.8 |
| GLACIAL HILLS ELEMENTARY Starbuck | 20.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Minnewaska Area WIN Academy Starbuck | 20.1 mi | 4.4 |
| MINNEWASKA SECONDARY Glenwood | 21.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Minnewaska Area Intermediate School Glenwood | 21.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA JUNIOR HIGH Glenwood | 21.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY Glenwood | 24.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MINNEWASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD SP.ED. Glenwood | 24.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SWWC ELC - Montevideo Montevideo | 26.3 mi | — |
| RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Montevideo | 26.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center Montevideo | 26.5 mi | — |
| MN River Valley ALC-Seatbased Montevideo | 26.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Sanford Elementary School Montevideo | 27.0 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,198
Median Home Value
$161,400
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
4,701
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
69.5%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 Riverside School Hastings, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Alternative Learning Cooperative Henderson, MN | — |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson, MN | — |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights, MN | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Mendota Hts, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heartland Girls Ranch
What grades does Heartland Girls Ranch serve?
Heartland Girls Ranch serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Heartland Girls Ranch?
Heartland Girls Ranch has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heartland Girls Ranch?
The student-teacher ratio at Heartland Girls Ranch is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Heartland Girls Ranch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heartland Girls Ranch has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Heartland Girls Ranch a charter school?
No, Heartland Girls Ranch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heartland Girls Ranch a Title I school?
No, Heartland Girls Ranch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heartland Girls Ranch?
85.7% of students at Heartland Girls Ranch 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Swift County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.4%
- Phone
- (320) 843-2710
Resources & Links
District
BENSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 774
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,644
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