Summary:
The Cannon Falls Public School District contains a single high school, Cannon Falls Secondary, which has consistently ranked among the top 25% of Minnesota high schools over the past three school years. This standout institution serves students in grades 9-12 and has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, ranking 17th out of 450 Minnesota high schools for the 2024-2025 school year.
Cannon Falls Secondary's academic performance is exceptional, with significantly higher proficiency rates in Math and Reading on the MCA-III assessments compared to the state average. In 2024-2025, 58.93% of 11th graders were proficient or better in Math, compared to 34.96% statewide, and 68.24% of 10th graders were proficient or better in Reading, compared to 51.26% statewide. The school's 4-year graduation rate of 84.2% is also well above the state average, and its dropout rate of 4.4% is lower than the state.
Demographic factors at Cannon Falls Secondary, such as a student-teacher ratio of 15.3 and a free/reduced lunch rate of 28.29%, suggest the school may serve a more affluent student population, which could contribute to its strong academic performance. However, the school's consistent high rankings and exceptional outcomes in core subjects indicate that it is providing an exceptional educational experience for its students, regardless of their background.
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