Serving 998 students in grades 8-12, Mound Westonka High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mound Westonka High School's student population of 998 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mound Westonka 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 Mound Westonka High School is 0.26, 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
#359 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Mound Westonka High School's ranking?
Mound Westonka High School is ranked #359 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mound Westonka High School often compared to?
Mound Westonka High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orono Senior High School, Minnetonka Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mound Westonka High School?
The graduation rate of Mound Westonka High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mound Westonka High School?
998 students attend Mound Westonka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mound Westonka High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mound Westonka High School?
Mound Westonka High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mound Westonka High School offer ?
Mound Westonka High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Mound Westonka High School part of?
Mound Westonka High School is part of Westonka Public School District.
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