Onamia High School

ONAMIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
35465 125TH AVE
ONAMIA, MN 56359
235 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Onamia High School, located in Onamia, Minnesota, serves as a central educational hub for the local community. As part of the Onamia Public School District, the institution is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience for students in grades 9 through 12. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment that balances rigorous core curriculum requirements with opportunities for personal growth and student engagement.

Beyond academics, the school reflects the culture and values of its rural Minnesota setting, often acting as a focal point for community activities and school spirit. By integrating extracurricular programs, athletics, and various student organizations, Onamia High School strives to prepare its graduates for post-secondary success, whether that involves transitioning into the workforce, vocational training, or higher education. The school's mission is generally centered on helping students develop the skills, character, and resilience necessary to navigate their future paths.
235
Total Students
10.8
Full-Time Teachers
21.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    120 (51.1 %)
  • White
    78 (33.2 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (9.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    12 (5.1 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.9 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ONAMIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (320)532-4174
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 235
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 166
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 37
Grade 8 39
Grade 9 53
Grade 10 41
Grade 11 45
Grade 12 20
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
KOKESH AREA LEARNING CENTER
ONAMIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
34 Students
807 WEST MAIN ST.
ONAMIA, MN 56359 (0.7 miles away)
High School 7th - 12th