Serving 951 students in grades 9-12, Denfeld 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Denfeld High School serves the southern part of Duluth, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 46 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denfeld High School's student population of 951 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
951 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Denfeld High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denfeld High School is 0.54, which is less 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
#1318 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
School Mascot
Hunters
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denfeld High School's ranking?
Denfeld High School is ranked #1318 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Denfeld High School often compared to?
Denfeld High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School, Hermantown Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denfeld High School?
The graduation rate of Denfeld High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Denfeld High School?
951 students attend Denfeld High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Denfeld High School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denfeld High School?
Denfeld High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denfeld High School offer ?
Denfeld High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denfeld High School part of?
Denfeld High School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Denfeld High School located?
Denfeld High School is located in the West Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in West Duluth.
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