Great River School

The Great River School district in Minnesota consists of two schools - Great River School, a high school, and Great River Elementary School. The high school stands out for its consistently high academic performance, ranking in the top 5% of Minnesota high schools, with exceptional graduation and low dropout rates. In contrast, the elementary school also performs well, with solid academic results, but serves a more diverse student population compared to the high school.

The Great River School high school boasts a 93.9% four-year graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, along with strong performance on MCA-III assessments, exceeding state averages in many subject areas and grade levels. The school's diverse student body is 73.66% White, 5.85% African American, 9.02% Hispanic, and 6.34% Asian. In comparison, the Great River Elementary School has a higher percentage of White students at 75.26%.

While both schools perform well academically, the high school's lower student-teacher ratio of 13.4 compared to the elementary school's 23.8 may contribute to its exceptional outcomes. Additionally, the high school serves a more economically diverse population, with a 22.93% free/reduced lunch eligibility rate, compared to the elementary school's 17.45%. Overall, the Great River School district demonstrates strong educational performance, with the high school standing out as a standout institution within the state.