Serving 1,189 students in grades 9-12, Johnson Senior 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Johnson Senior High School's student population of 1,189 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnson Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Senior High School is 0.66, 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
#1376 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
52%
7%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
23%
12%
White
7%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Johnson Senior High School's ranking?
Johnson Senior High School is ranked #1376 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Johnson Senior High School often compared to?
Johnson Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Aerospace Upper, Farnsworth Aerospace Lower by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Johnson Senior High School is 78%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Johnson Senior High School?
1,189 students attend Johnson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Johnson Senior High School students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Senior High School?
Johnson Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnson Senior High School offer ?
Johnson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Johnson Senior High School part of?
Johnson Senior High School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
School Reviews
5 3/22/2010
Available of diverse classes. Caring of staff. Excellent sports department. Diverse student body.
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