BUFFALO LAKE-HECTOR SECONDARY

BUFFALO LAKE-HECTOR SECONDARY is a Title I public high school that is part of the Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart school district, located in HECTOR, MN with about 278 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, BUFFALO LAKE-HECTOR SECONDARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BUFFALO LAKE-HECTOR SECONDARY School, located in Hector, Minnesota, serves as a central educational hub for the Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart (BLHS) school district. As a secondary institution, it provides academic programming for students in the middle and high school grade levels, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a combination of core curriculum, elective courses, and extracurricular activities. The school operates with a commitment to fostering a supportive community environment, leveraging its small-town setting to encourage close relationships between faculty, students, and local families.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by offering various athletic programs, clubs, and student organizations that aim to build leadership and school spirit. Being part of a consolidated district, BUFFALO LAKE-HECTOR SECONDARY plays a vital role in the regional community, acting as a site for social and academic development. The facility at 220 W 3rd St serves as the anchor for the district's older student population, maintaining a focus on academic achievement and preparing students to be productive citizens within the broader Minnesota landscape.

For more information, contact BUFFALO LAKE-HECTOR SECONDARY at (320) 848-2233 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.