Serving 1,392 students in grades 9-12, Highland Park Senior High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park Senior High serves the southwest part of Saint Paul, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Park Senior High School's student population of 1,392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
'Commitment to Excellence'
School Rankings
Highland Park Senior 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 Highland Park Senior High School is 0.76, 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
#550 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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
Orange and Blue
School Mascot
Scots
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Senior High School's ranking?
Highland Park Senior High School is ranked #550 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Highland Park Senior High School often compared to?
Highland Park Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Park Senior High School is 88%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Highland Park Senior High School?
1,392 students attend Highland Park Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highland Park Senior High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park Senior High School?
Highland Park Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Park Senior High School offer ?
Highland Park Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Park Senior High School part of?
Highland Park Senior High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Senior High School located?
Highland Park Senior High School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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