Serving 1,340 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Park Senior High School's student population of 1,340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
22%
10%
Black
22%
12%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #535 out of 1,734 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Park Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highland Park Senior High School?
1,340 students attend Highland Park Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Highland Park Senior High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Senior High School?
Highland Park Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park Senior High School offer ?
Highland Park Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Park Senior High School part of?
Highland Park Senior High School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
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