Riverway Secondary

Summary:

Riverway Secondary is a public charter high school in Winona, Minnesota, serving grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 66 students. While the school is part of the Hiawatha Valley Education District, it has struggled with consistently low academic performance, high poverty rates, and a lack of racial diversity compared to nearby schools.

Riverway Secondary's student population is predominantly white (75.76%), which is significantly higher than the surrounding schools, such as Winona Senior High (78.55% white) and Minnesota Virtual Academy High (67.32% white). Academically, the school consistently underperforms on standardized tests, with only 9.09% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in MCA-III Math, compared to the state average of 34.99%. Additionally, Riverway Secondary has had low graduation rates (72.7% in 2020-2021) and high dropout rates (9.0% in 2020-2021), which are significantly worse than the surrounding schools, such as Houston Secondary (96.9% graduation rate) and Rushford-Peterson Senior High (100% graduation rate).

The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Riverway Secondary (69.7%) suggests that the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may contribute to the lower academic performance and higher dropout rates. These findings highlight the need for Riverway Secondary to closely examine its practices and seek ways to improve student outcomes, particularly in the areas of academic achievement, graduation rates, and racial diversity.


Detail:

Public, Charter 7-12

 1200 Storrs Pond Road
       Winona, MN  55987-8888


(507) 474-6120

District: Riverway Learning Community Charter

SchoolDigger Rank:
408th of 480 Minnesota High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,126 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  16.4 Help
Number of students:  66

Racial breakdown:

White:
75.8%
Two or more races:
16.7%
African American:
6.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  69.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Riverway Secondary ranks worse than 78.9% of middle schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 25.12. (See more...)
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Compare Details Riverway Secondary ranks worse than 85% of high schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 16.55. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Riverway Secondary freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (75.8%), two or more races (16.7%), African American (6.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 69.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Riverway Secondary is 16.4. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Riverway Secondary is $13,126.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Riverway Secondary:

SchoolDigger ranks Riverway Secondary 430th of 545 Minnesota public middle schools. (See Riverway Secondary in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


White students:

SchoolDigger ranks Riverway Secondary 408th of 480 Minnesota public high schools. (See Riverway Secondary in the ranking list.)

Riverway Learning Community Charter:

SchoolDigger ranks Riverway Learning Community Charter 388th of 463 Minnesota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Riverway Secondary

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Rank History for all middle school students at Riverway Secondary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 17.23 374th 409 8.6%
2019 19.77 444th 533 16.7%
2023 26.48 404th 529 23.6%
2024 25.12 430th 545 21.1%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Riverway Secondary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.57 384th 459 16.3%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Riverway Secondary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 16.23 403rd 440 8.4%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Riverway Secondary

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Rank History for all high school students at Riverway Secondary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 18.65 413th 540 23.5%
2023 20.23 396th 476 16.8%
2024 16.55 408th 480 15.0%
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Rank History for high school White students at Riverway Secondary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 8.08 378th 398 5.0%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Riverway Secondary Test Scores
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Enrollment information for Riverway Secondary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 28 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 30
2003 28 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 30
2004 24 3 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 27
2005 35 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 40
2006 34 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 39
2007 40 3 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 44
2008 52 2 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 55
2009 50 2 0 0 2 n/a n/a 0 54
2010 39 2 1 0 1 n/a n/a 0 43
2011 40 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 43
2012 39 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 40
2013 46 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 49
2014 36 5 0 0 0 0 1 0 42
2015 33 7 0 1 0 0 1 0 42
2016 36 1 0 1 0 0 3 0 41
2017 34 2 0 0 0 0 4 0 40
2018 36 4 0 0 0 0 6 0 46
2019 48 7 0 0 0 0 5 0 60
2020 43 5 0 2 0 0 5 0 55
2021 47 4 0 2 0 0 6 0 59
2022 42 4 1 2 0 0 8 0 57
2023 50 4 0 1 0 0 11 0 66

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Riverway Secondary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 30 1.1 27.3 30
2003 30 1.1 27.3 30
2004 27 2.8 9.6 37
2005 40 2.2 18.2 50
2006 39 1.6 24.4 53.8
2007 44 2.0 22.0 56.8
2008 55 3.0 18.3 63.6
2009 54 3.0 18.0 61.1
2010 43 3.0 14.2 79.1
2011 43 4.0 10.7 79.1
2012 40 2.8 14.2 80
2013 49 3.0 16.2 71.4
2014 42 3.0 13.9 81
2015 42 4.0 10.5 81
2016 41 4.0 10.2 70.7
2017 40 3.4 11.7 72.5
2018 46 3.4 13.4 69.6
2019 60 4.0 15.0 73.3
2020 55 0.3 171.8 67.3
2021 59 1.1 50.0 66.1
2022 57 1.1 48.3 68.4
2023 66 4.0 16.4 69.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Riverway Secondary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 30 1.1 27.3 30
2003 30 1.1 27.3 30
2004 27 2.8 9.6 37
2005 40 2.2 18.2 50
2006 39 1.6 24.4 53.8
2007 44 2.0 22.0 56.8
2008 55 3.0 18.3 63.6
2009 54 3.0 18.0 61.1
2010 43 3.0 14.2 79.1
2011 43 4.0 10.7 79.1
2012 40 2.8 14.2 80
2013 49 3.0 16.2 71.4
2014 42 3.0 13.9 81
2015 42 4.0 10.5 81
2016 41 4.0 10.2 70.7
2017 40 3.4 11.7 72.5
2018 46 3.4 13.4 69.6
2019 60 4.0 15.0 73.3
2020 55 0.3 171.8 67.3
2021 59 1.1 50.0 66.1
2022 57 1.1 48.3 68.4
2023 66 4.0 16.4 69.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Riverway Secondary

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $13,126

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Riverway Secondary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 444th of 533 Middle schoolsRanks 404th of 529 Middle schools
 6.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
8th Grade Math (Riverway Secondary)27.38.3
 18.9%
   8th Grade Math (Riverway Learning Community Charter)27.38.3
 18.9%
   8th Grade Math (Minnesota)55.240.3
 14.9%
8th Grade Reading (Riverway Secondary)36.425
 11.4%
   8th Grade Reading (Riverway Learning Community Charter)36.425
 11.4%
   8th Grade Reading (Minnesota)57.744.8
 12.9%
8th Grade Science (Riverway Secondary)27.38.3
 18.9%
   8th Grade Science (Riverway Learning Community Charter)27.38.3
 18.9%
   8th Grade Science (Minnesota)4327.6
 15.4%
End of Course Science (Riverway Secondary)36.418.2
 18.2%
   End of Course Science (Riverway Learning Community Charter)36.418.2
 18.2%
   End of Course Science (Minnesota)54.441.8
 12.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students6066
 10%
African American74
 42.9%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic01
Pacific Islander00
White4850
 4.2%
Two or More Races511
 120%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients73.3%69.7%
 3.6%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverway Secondary

In the 2022-23 school year, 66 students attended Riverway Secondary.

Students at Riverway Secondary are 76% White, 17% Two or more races, 6% African American, 2% Hispanic.

Riverway Secondary ranks in the bottom 15.0% of Minnesota high schools.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

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