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Le Sueur County

Minnesota · Public K-12

Across Le Sueur County, 13 public K-12 schools educate around 3,869 students, roughly 1 in 8 residents. The level mix runs 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 6 high.

7-year change in Le Sueur County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,643
+17 (+0%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
10
-3 (-23%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
78%
was 81%
% Hispanic
16%
was 15%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
13
5 districts
Enrollment
3,869
NCES CCD
Median income
$94,968
Above Minnesota avg
Free/reduced lunch
32.5%
Below Minnesota avg
Elementary
6
2,048 students
Middle
1
226 students
High
6
1,595 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Tri-City United School District
1,596 students · 5 districts in Le Sueur County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Le Sueur County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
91%
Hispanic
7%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
5%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
78%
Hispanic
16%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
26.3%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
3.6%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.2%
civilian labor
Median age
42
23.0% under 18

Test scores in Le Sueur County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 9 schools ranked. Minnesota state average: 49.9%.

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All schools (13)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Montgomery Pre K-8MontgomeryElementaryPK-08608·
Tri-City United High SchoolMontgomeryHigh09-12603·
Le Sueur-Henderson Middle/HighLe SueurHigh06-12500·
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARYClevelandElementaryPK-06390·
Le Sueur-Henderson ElementaryLe SueurElementaryPK-05390·
Le Center Pre K-8Le CenterElementaryPK-08385·
WATERVILLE ELEMENTARYWatervilleElementaryPK-04264·
CLEVELAND SECONDARYClevelandHigh07-12260·
WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR.WatervilleHigh09-12232·
LE SUEUR-HENDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOLLe SueurMiddle06-08226·
SWMetro Level 3Le CenterElementaryKG-0811·
Cleveland Credit RecoveryClevelandHigh09-120·
Tri-City United Credit RecoveryMontgomeryHigh09-120·

Cities in Le Sueur County

Cleveland3 schoolsLe Sueur3 schoolsMontgomery3 schoolsLe Center2 schoolsWaterville2 schools

About Le Sueur County

Le Sueur County is a small county of about 29,113 residents in Minnesota. Its public-school system serves approximately 3,869 students across 13 schools.

In context, census numbers show the median household earns about $94,968 a year, roughly 26% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the poverty rate is around 4%. That income level is 23% above the Minnesota median.

In terms of grade levels, Le Sueur County is made up of 6 elementary schools (2,048 students), 1 middle school (226), and 6 high schools (1,595).

Tri-City United School District dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 1,596 students on its own.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Le Sueur County has stayed largely flat since SY 2017-18, moving from about 3,626 students to 3,643. Over that span, Le Sueur County lost 3 schools, going from 13 to 10.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Le Sueur County discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Le Sueur County?
Le Sueur County, Minnesota has 13 public K-12 schools serving approximately 3,869 students.
How many high schools are in Le Sueur County?
Le Sueur County, Minnesota has 6 public high schools, serving approximately 1,595 students.
How many middle schools are in Le Sueur County?
Le Sueur County, Minnesota has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 226 students.
How many elementary schools are in Le Sueur County?
Le Sueur County, Minnesota has 6 public elementary schools, serving approximately 2,048 students.
What is the largest school district in Le Sueur County?
Tri-City United School District is the largest school district in Le Sueur County, serving approximately 1,596 students. The county contains 5 school districts overall.
What is the population of Le Sueur County?
Le Sueur County, Minnesota has a population of approximately 29,113, with a median age of 42. About 23.0% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Le Sueur County?
Median household income in Le Sueur County is $94,968, above the Minnesota average of $77,501. About 3.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Le Sueur County?
Approximately 26.3% of adults 25 and older in Le Sueur County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Le Sueur County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 32.5% of students in Le Sueur County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Minnesota county average of 41.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Le Sueur County schools?
Across Le Sueur County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.8 to 1.

Le Sueur County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data