LAPORTE SECONDARY

LAPORTE SECONDARY is a Title I public high school that is part of the Laporte Public School District school district, located in LAPORTE, MN with about 119 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 10 teachers, LAPORTE SECONDARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

LAPORTE SECONDARY School, located at 315 Main St W in LaPorte, Minnesota, serves as a central educational institution for the local community. As part of the LaPorte Public School District (ISD #306), the school focuses on providing academic instruction and personal development opportunities for students within a smaller, rural school environment. Its mission typically emphasizes individualized attention, fostering a supportive community, and preparing students for post-secondary success through a standard Minnesota state curriculum.

The school functions as a core component of the town of LaPorte, often serving as a hub for both academics and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, the institution aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students can engage closely with faculty and peers. For those interested in specific district policies, athletic schedules, or academic calendars, the school maintains an official website at http://www.laporte.k12.mn.us, which acts as the primary resource for parents, students, and community members to stay updated on district news and educational programming.

For more information, contact LAPORTE SECONDARY at (218) 224-2288 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

315 MAIN ST W
LAPORTE, MN 56461-9522
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LAPORTE SECONDARY is a public Title I school in LAPORTE, MN with about 119 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
119
Teachers:
10.33
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 119 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LAPORTE SECONDARY is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
75.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
15.1%
Two or more races
4.2%
Black or African American
3.4%
Asian
0.8%
Hispanic/Latino
0.8%

Female
42.0%
Male
58.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.