Best Public Schools in Henderson, MN

The city of Henderson, Minnesota is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 3 high schools (2 of which are public charter schools), and no middle schools or alternative schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a range of academic performance, with some standout schools and areas for improvement.

The Edvisions Off Campus School, a public charter high school, stands out as the highest-performing school in the area, ranking 205 out of 480 Minnesota high schools and receiving a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts the highest proficiency rates in reading and science across all grades. In contrast, Minnesota New Country Elementary consistently ranks in the bottom quartile of Minnesota elementary schools and has lower proficiency rates compared to the state averages, particularly in math.

The schools in Henderson serve students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, with Alternative Learning Cooperative having the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 60%. The racial demographics of the schools also vary, with Minnesota New Country School and Minnesota New Country Elementary having predominantly white student populations, while Alternative Learning Cooperative has a more diverse student body.