Chanhassen High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in Chanhassen, Minnesota, United States, a southwestern suburb of Minneapolis.
Serving 1,383 students in grades 9-12, Chanhassen 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chanhassen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chanhassen High School's student population of 1,383 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Rankings
Chanhassen High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chanhassen High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Storm
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chanhassen High School's ranking?
Chanhassen High School is ranked #496 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chanhassen High School often compared to?
Chanhassen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaska High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chanhassen High School?
The graduation rate of Chanhassen High School is 97%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chanhassen High School?
1,383 students attend Chanhassen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chanhassen High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chanhassen High School?
Chanhassen High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chanhassen High School offer ?
Chanhassen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chanhassen High School part of?
Chanhassen High School is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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