Serving 1,176 students in grades 7-12, Delano High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Delano High School's student population of 1,176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delano High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delano High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#153 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delano High School's ranking?
Delano High School is ranked #153 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Delano High School often compared to?
Delano High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockford Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Delano High School?
The graduation rate of Delano High School is 98%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Delano High School?
1,176 students attend Delano High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Delano High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delano High School?
Delano High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Delano High School offer ?
Delano High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Delano High School part of?
Delano High School is part of Delano Public School District.
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