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Little Falls Senior High

High School · Little Falls Community Schools

1001 5TH AVE SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

Enrollment

769

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,330 of 1,992

In Little Falls

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Little Falls Community Schools

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Little Falls Senior High

5.6/10

High School in Little Falls · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Little Falls Senior High

Little Falls Senior High is a public high school in Little Falls, MN, part of Little Falls Community Schools. Little Falls Senior High serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Falls Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Little Falls Senior High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Little Falls Senior High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation0.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,236
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

Little Falls Senior High — Students at Little Falls Senior High score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.1% (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
32%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Little Falls Senior High Compares

See how Little Falls Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in MN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Sports
16
10 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics16sports offered
10 boys'·6 girls'·18 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

1001 5TH AVE SE, Little Falls, MN 56345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Little Falls Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Royalton), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEALY SECONDARY (rated 6.4/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Pierz), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LITTLE FALLS CONTINUING EDUCATION (rated 5.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Little Falls, see our Little Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.2 mi
School Distance Rating
COMMUNITY MIDDLE Little Falls 0.2 mi 4.7
LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY Little Falls 0.2 mi 6.2
SUN Program Little Falls 1.4 mi
MID STATE ED DIST STEPS TRANS. PROG Little Falls 1.4 mi
WIN-Elementary School Little Falls 1.4 mi
WIN-High School Little Falls 1.4 mi
MSED Birth to 3 Little Falls 1.4 mi
WIN-Middle School Little Falls 1.4 mi
MARY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Little Falls 1.3 mi 5.7
LITTLE FALLS CONTINUING EDUCATION Little Falls 2.0 mi 5.2
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Little Falls 1.5 mi 3.9
ROYALTON ELEMENTARY Royalton 10.0 mi 7.4
ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL Royalton 10.4 mi 8.2
ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Royalton 10.4 mi 5.6
Royalton Public Schools Early Child Royalton 10.4 mi
KNIGHT ELEMENTARY Randall 10.8 mi 5.2
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pierz 11.9 mi 5.3
HEALY SECONDARY Pierz 12.0 mi 6.4
PIONEER ELEMENTARY Pierz 12.1 mi 8.8
RICE ELEMENTARY Rice 16.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,399

Median Home Value

$227,800

Median Rent

$751/mo

Population

15,105

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Falls Senior High

What grades does Little Falls Senior High serve?

Little Falls Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Little Falls Senior High?

Little Falls Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Falls Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Falls Senior High is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Falls Senior High rank in MN?

Little Falls Senior High ranks #1,330 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Little Falls Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Falls Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Little Falls Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Falls Senior High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Little Falls Senior High a charter school?

No, Little Falls Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Falls Senior High a Title I school?

No, Little Falls Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Falls Senior High?

40.4% of students at Little Falls Senior High 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Morrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Little Falls Community Schools
District Enrollment
2,376
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,236
District Rank
#2 of 6

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