Blaine High School is a public high school in Blaine, Minnesota as part of the Anoka-Hennepin School District 11. The school was opened in 1972, as part of the Blaine Project.
Serving 3,157 students in grades 9-12, Blaine High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Blaine High School serves the eastern part of Minneapolis, MN, covering an area of approximately 45.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blaine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blaine High School's student population of 3,157 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,157 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blaine High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blaine High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blaine High School's ranking?
Blaine High School is ranked #544 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Blaine High School often compared to?
Blaine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover High School, Coon Rapids High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blaine High School?
The graduation rate of Blaine High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Blaine High School?
3,157 students attend Blaine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Blaine High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blaine High School?
Blaine High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blaine High School offer ?
Blaine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blaine High School part of?
Blaine High School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I go to coon rapids this stuff makes a gag, low key all the kids here cooked.
4 10/10/2025
Schools fine here, some teachers kinda removed, but whatever. Also Coon Rapids is a horrible school, no one likes you, get off your high horse and realise that. You're literally one of the worst schools in the district.
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