Rock County Schools & Education
Rock County, Minnesota
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
69/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,813
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,463
School Score
69/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#13
of 87 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Rock County
Measured School Summary
Rock County performs at an average level with a school score of 69/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.7%.
Funding Context
Rock County spends $8,813 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% above the Minnesota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 4% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Rock County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
6 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
69/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #13 of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data.
Completion
91.7%
5.1 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,813
$350 above the state average
School coverage
6
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Rock County has 6 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Rock County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Rock County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#13
of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data. The county score is 14 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary to high school visible
1,161 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
341 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest listed district slice, with 4 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Rock County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Rock County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Rock County, Minnesota
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Focused Education in Southwest Minnesota
Rock County operates a streamlined education system with 6 public schools managed by only 2 school districts. This rural network supports 1,502 total students, primarily through the Luverne and Hills-Beaver Creek districts. The infrastructure includes 2 elementary schools and 3 high schools to serve the local population.
Luverne Public Schools Set the Pace
The Luverne Public School District is the dominant provider, enrolling 1,161 students across 4 schools. The Hills-Beaver Creek School District serves the remainder of the county with 341 students in 2 schools. There are currently no charter schools in Rock County, keeping the focus on traditional district-led education.
The Classic Rural School Experience
Every school in Rock County is classified as rural, providing a consistent environment for all 1,502 students. Luverne Elementary is the largest facility with 524 students, while Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary serves just 145 students. The average school size is 250 students, promoting a familiar and high-visibility atmosphere for families.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Rock County
Reported Enrollment
1,502
6 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Rock County
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
6 Public Schools in Rock County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 6 of 6 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUVERNE ELEMENTARY | Record | LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | LUVERNE, 56156Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 524 |
| LUVERNE SENIOR HIGH | Record | LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | LUVERNE, 56156Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 378 |
| LUVERNE MIDDLE | Record | LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | LUVERNE, 56156Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 255 |
| HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SECONDARY | Record | HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT | HILLS, 56138Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 196 |
| HILLS-BEAVER CREEK ELEMENTARY | Record | HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT | BEAVER CREEK, 56116Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 145 |
| LUVERNE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM | Record | LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | LUVERNE, 56156Rural: Fringe | 10–12 | Alternative | 4 |
LUVERNE ELEMENTARY
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
LUVERNE, 56156 / Rural: Fringe
LUVERNE SENIOR HIGH
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
LUVERNE, 56156 / Rural: Fringe
LUVERNE MIDDLE
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
LUVERNE, 56156 / Rural: Fringe
HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SECONDARY
HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
HILLS, 56138 / Rural: Distant
HILLS-BEAVER CREEK ELEMENTARY
HILLS-BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
BEAVER CREEK, 56116 / Rural: Distant
LUVERNE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM
LUVERNE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
LUVERNE, 56156 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,813
State avg $8,463
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Schools in Rock County, Minnesota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Rock County, Minnesota?
Rock County operates a streamlined education system with 6 public schools managed by only 2 school districts. This rural network supports 1,502 total students, primarily through the Luverne and Hills-Beaver Creek districts. The infrastructure includes 2 elementary schools and 3 high schools to serve the local population.
What are the major school districts in Rock County, Minnesota?
The Luverne Public School District is the dominant provider, enrolling 1,161 students across 4 schools. The Hills-Beaver Creek School District serves the remainder of the county with 341 students in 2 schools. There are currently no charter schools in Rock County, keeping the focus on traditional district-led education.
What is the school experience like in Rock County?
Every school in Rock County is classified as rural, providing a consistent environment for all 1,502 students. Luverne Elementary is the largest facility with 524 students, while Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary serves just 145 students. The average school size is 250 students, promoting a familiar and high-visibility atmosphere for families.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.