Serving 1,513 students in grades 9-12, East High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East High School's student population of 1,513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#452 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #452 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denfeld High School, Hermantown Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,513 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Duluth Public School District.
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