Summary:
The Rothsay Public School District in Minnesota is home to a single high school, Rothsay Secondary, which serves grades 9-12. Despite its small size, with just 138 students, Rothsay Secondary has consistently demonstrated academic excellence, ranking among the top high schools in the state.
Rothsay Secondary's standout performance is evident in its high proficiency rates on the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA-III), particularly in math, where 55% of 11th-grade students scored proficient or better, compared to the state average of 34.99%. The school's strong academic record has earned it a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and a ranking of 21st out of 476 high schools in Minnesota for the 2022-2023 school year. However, the school's four-year graduation rate of 68.7% is slightly below the state average, and its dropout rate of 18.7% is a concern that the school and district should address.
While Rothsay Secondary has a predominantly white student population, with 91.3% of students identifying as such, the school serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with 42.75% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 17:1 may help to provide personalized attention and support to these students, but the district should also consider ways to promote greater diversity and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for all students in the area.
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