Eagan High School is a public high school in east-central Eagan, Minnesota, United States. The school opened in fall 1989 for ninth-grade students and for grades ten through twelve the following year. It is particularly noted for its fine arts programs and use of technology.
Serving 2,274 students in grades 9-12, Eagan Senior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Eagan Senior High serves the northern part of its school district in Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 19.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagan Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Eagan Senior High School's student population of 2,274 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,274 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Motto
Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat.
School Rankings
Eagan Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagan Senior High School is 0.61, 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
#272 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly green, Green, Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagan Senior High School's ranking?
Eagan Senior High School is ranked #272 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Eagan Senior High School often compared to?
Eagan Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastview 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 46% MN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eagan Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Eagan Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Eagan Senior High School?
2,274 students attend Eagan Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Eagan Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagan Senior High School?
Eagan Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eagan Senior High School offer ?
Eagan Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagan Senior High School part of?
Eagan Senior High School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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