Serving 438 students in grades 9-12, North High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North High School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North High School is 0.32, 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
#1526 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
82%
12%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #1526 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend North High School?
438 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is North High School located?
North High School is located in the Near North neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Near North.
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