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Lake Benton Secondary
High School · LAKE BENTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 158, Lake Benton, MN 56149
Enrollment
2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
2
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Lake Benton Secondary
Lake Benton Secondary is a public high school in Lake Benton, MN, part of the LAKE BENTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 2 students in grades 7th – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,389, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 2 students, Lake Benton Secondary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Lake Benton 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- PO BOX 158, Lake Benton, MN 56149
- Website
- lakebentonschool.org
- Phone
- (507) 368-4241
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
PO BOX 158, Lake Benton, MN 56149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Benton Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RTR Secondary School (rated 7.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Tyler). Another option is MNVSS (rated 7.1/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Hendricks). Additionally, Hendricks High School (rated 6.7/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Hendricks). For more schools in Lake Benton, see our Lake Benton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY Lake Benton | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HEARTLAND ELEMENTARY Lake Benton | 6.6 mi | — |
| RTR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tyler | 7.1 mi | 6.8 |
| RTR Secondary School Tyler | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Elkton Elementary - 02 Elkton | 10.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Elkton High School - 01 Elkton | 10.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Elkton Jr. High - 03 Elkton | 10.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary - Ivanhoe Ivanhoe | 14.2 mi | 9.5 |
| SWWC ELC - Pipestone Pipestone | 16.6 mi | — |
| Newdale Colony Elementary - 04 Elkton | 12.2 mi | — |
| SWWC ALC - Pipestone Pipestone | 18.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Pipestone Elementary Pipestone | 18.3 mi | 8.9 |
| PIPESTONE SENIOR HIGH Pipestone | 18.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PIPESTONE MIDDLE Pipestone | 18.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Pleasant Valley Colony Elementary - 06 Flandreau | 16.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HENDRICKS ELEMENTARY Hendricks | 18.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Hendricks High School Hendricks | 18.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MNVSS Hendricks | 18.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Rolland Colony Elementary - 05 White | 16.1 mi | — |
| Norfeld Colony Elementary - 07 White | 17.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,389
Median Home Value
$150,800
Median Rent
$681/mo
Population
1,205
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
44.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lake Benton Secondary has a median household income of $61,389. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,800, with a median rent of $681/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Benton Secondary
What grades does Lake Benton Secondary serve?
Lake Benton Secondary serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Lake Benton Secondary?
Lake Benton Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 2 students.
Is Lake Benton Secondary a charter school?
No, Lake Benton Secondary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Benton Secondary a Title I school?
No, Lake Benton Secondary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (72/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lincoln County
- Phone
- (507) 368-4241
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LAKE BENTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 113
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,504
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