Summary:
The 56384 zip code is home to a single high school, Upsala Secondary, which serves students in grades 9-12. As the only high school in the area, Upsala Secondary is the primary educational option for families in this community.
Upsala Secondary has seen steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from #196 in 2022-2023 to #88 in 2024-2025. The school's standout performance is in reading, with 10th grade reading proficiency significantly higher than the state average and overall reading proficiency also exceeding the state benchmark. However, math proficiency rates, especially in 7th and 8th grade, lag behind the state averages, suggesting an area for potential improvement. With a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.8, Upsala Secondary may be able to provide more individualized attention to support student learning.
Serving a population with a moderate level of economic need, as indicated by the 29.75% free/reduced lunch rate, Upsala Public School District, which Upsala Secondary is a part of, is ranked 137 out of 446 districts in Minnesota and is rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. While the school has areas for improvement, its overall performance and trajectory suggest it is a moderately performing institution within the state.
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