Serving 2,641 students in grades 9-12, Edina Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Edina Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Minneapolis, MN, encompassing approximately 13.1 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 2.2 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 4 miles, and most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edina Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Edina Senior High School's student population of 2,641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
'Excellence in Education'
School Rankings
Edina Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edina Senior 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
#135 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
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
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
95%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Kelly green
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edina Senior High School's ranking?
Edina Senior High School is ranked #135 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Edina Senior High School often compared to?
Edina Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minnetonka Senior High School, Eden Prairie Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edina Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Edina Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Edina Senior High School?
2,641 students attend Edina Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Edina Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edina Senior High School?
Edina Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edina Senior High School offer ?
Edina Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edina Senior High School part of?
Edina Senior High School is part of Edina Public School District.
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