High Schools in International Falls School District

The International Falls School District in Minnesota is home to a single high school, Falls Secondary, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance and characteristics reveal some areas of concern, particularly in academic achievement and school rankings.

Falls Secondary has a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of Native American students (11.78%) and a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students (38.52% receive free or reduced-price lunch). However, the school's academic performance, as measured by MCA-III test scores, is generally below the state averages across various subjects and grade levels. In 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in Math, Reading, and Science were all notably lower than the state's averages. This trend is reflected in the school's declining statewide ranking, dropping from 133 out of 472 Minnesota high schools in 2021-2022 to 299 out of 480 in 2023-2024, and its decrease in SchoolDigger rating from 4 stars to 2 stars out of 5.

The data suggests that Falls Secondary faces significant challenges, including declining academic performance, lower-than-average test scores, and socioeconomic factors that may contribute to the school's struggles. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to improve the educational outcomes and overall performance of the school, ensuring that all students, including minority and underrepresented populations, have access to quality education and the resources they need to succeed.