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Next Step East (grand Meadow)
High School · SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM
112 MAIN ST S, Grand Meadow, MN 55936
Enrollment
4
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
4
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Next Step East (grand Meadow)
High School in Grand Meadow · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Enrich Gm
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About Next Step East (grand Meadow)
Next Step East (grand Meadow) is a public high school in Grand Meadow, MN, part of SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM. Next Step East (grand Meadow) serves approximately 4 students, and covers grades 8th-12th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 4 students, Next Step East (grand Meadow) 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.
Next Step East (grand Meadow) 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.
75% of students at Next Step East (grand Meadow) 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 4 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 112 MAIN ST S, Grand Meadow, MN 55936
- Phone
- (507) 857-1160
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
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Location
112 MAIN ST S, Grand Meadow, MN 55936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Next Step East (grand Meadow) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STEWARTVILLE SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Stewartville). Another option is Kingsland Junior/Senior High School (rated 6.4/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Spring Valley). Additionally, LEROY SECONDARY (rated 6.4/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Leroy). For more schools in Grand Meadow, see our Grand Meadow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Enrich GM Austin | 0.6 mi | — |
| GRAND MEADOW ELEMENTARY Grand Meadow | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| GRAND MEADOW MIDDLE Grand Meadow | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| GRAND MEADOW SENIOR HIGH Grand Meadow | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| STEWARTVILLE MIDDLE Stewartville | 10.9 mi | 4.4 |
| STEWARTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Stewartville | 10.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Central Education Center Stewartville | 11.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BONNER ELEMENTARY Stewartville | 11.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Bear Cave Intermediate School Stewartville | 11.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Kingsland Elementary School Spring Valley | 9.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Kingsland Junior/Senior High School Spring Valley | 9.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Enrich Kingsland Austin | 9.2 mi | — |
| First Step - Kingsland Austin | 9.2 mi | — |
| SOUTHLAND SENIOR HIGH Adams | 11.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTHLAND ELEMENTARY Adams | 11.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTHLAND MIDDLE Adams | 11.9 mi | 6.7 |
| LEROY ELEMENTARY Leroy | 13.6 mi | 8.1 |
| LEROY SECONDARY Leroy | 13.6 mi | 6.4 |
| First Step Adams Austin | 12.1 mi | — |
| CARDS Program Austin | 13.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,196
Median Home Value
$210,000
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
1,763
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Next Step East (grand Meadow)
What grades does Next Step East (grand Meadow) serve?
Next Step East (grand Meadow) serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Next Step East (grand Meadow)?
Next Step East (grand Meadow) has an enrollment of approximately 4 students.
Is Next Step East (grand Meadow) a charter school?
No, Next Step East (grand Meadow) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Next Step East (grand Meadow) a Title I school?
No, Next Step East (grand Meadow) is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 4
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mower County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.0%
- Phone
- (507) 857-1160
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHERN MN EDUCATION CONSORTIUM- District Enrollment
- 179
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,185
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