RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the RUSHFORD-PETERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in RUSHFORD, MN with about 198 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 16 teachers, RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH, located in Rushford, Minnesota, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding community. Operating under the Rushford-Peterson Schools district, the high school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. The institution emphasizes a balance of rigorous core curriculum, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to engage both intellectually and socially within their rural community.

The school is well-regarded for its modern facilities, situated at 1000 Pine Meadows Lane, which provide a conducive learning environment for its student body. Beyond the classroom, Rushford-Peterson is known for promoting a strong school spirit, often highlighting athletic programs, arts, and community service initiatives that connect the students to the wider Rushford area. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth and collaborative learning, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are prepared for the challenges of the modern workforce or higher education.

For more information, contact RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH at (507) 864-7786 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1000 PINE MEADOWS LANE
RUSHFORD, MN 55971-0627
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RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RUSHFORD, MN with about 198 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
198
Teachers:
16.5
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 198 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RUSHFORD-PETERSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.

White
93.9%
Hispanic/Latino
2.5%
Two or more races
2.0%
Asian
1.0%
Black or African American
0.5%

Female
46.0%
Male
54.0%

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.