Simley High School is a public high school in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, United States. The school opened in 1960 with a graduating class of 19 students. The school, in 2022, has approximately 1,200 students enrolled in grades 9–12. Gerald Sakala is the principal.
199 Online High School serves 35 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
199 Online High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
199 Online High School's student population of 35 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Rankings
The diversity score of 199 Online High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
43%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
34%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of 199 Online High School?
The graduation rate of 199 Online High School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend 199 Online High School?
35 students attend 199 Online High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of 199 Online High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 199 Online High School?
199 Online High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does 199 Online High School offer ?
199 Online High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is 199 Online High School part of?
199 Online High School is part of Inver Grove Heights Schools School District.
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