Murray County Central High School

Murray County Central Schools
2420 28TH ST
SLAYTON, MN 56172
328 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Murray County Central (MCC) Secondary, located in Slayton, Minnesota, serves as the primary middle and high school for the Murray County Central School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. As a community-focused institution, MCC Secondary prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue personal growth, develop critical thinking skills, and prepare for success in post-secondary education or the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the school plays a vital role in the Slayton community by hosting numerous athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and student organizations. By integrating technology into the curriculum and emphasizing strong teacher-student relationships, Murray County Central aims to equip its students with the tools necessary to navigate an evolving global society. The school’s identity is deeply rooted in local traditions, striving to maintain an inclusive atmosphere that celebrates student achievement and civic responsibility.
328
Total Students
18.2
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    302 (92.1%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (4.0%)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.4%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.9%)
  • Black
    2 (0.6%)
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: Murray County Central Schools
Phone: (507)836-6184
Website: http://www.mcc.mntm.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 328
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 76
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14

* 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 59
Grade 8 50
Grade 9 58
Grade 10 51
Grade 11 57
Grade 12 53
Gender Ratio