Serving 1,175 students in grades 9-12, Mahtomedi 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 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Mahtomedi Senior High covers the entire school district and encompasses an area of approximately 28.8 square miles in Saint Paul, MN, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes for students and an average distance of 2.8 miles to the nearest zone edge, reaching up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mahtomedi Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mahtomedi Senior High School's student population of 1,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,175 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1930
School Rankings
Mahtomedi 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 Mahtomedi Senior High School is 0.38, 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
#250 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
97%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Zephyr Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Zephyrs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahtomedi Senior High School's ranking?
Mahtomedi Senior High School is ranked #250 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mahtomedi Senior High School often compared to?
Mahtomedi Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Area High School, Coon Rapids High School, Blaine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mahtomedi Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mahtomedi Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Mahtomedi Senior High School?
1,175 students attend Mahtomedi Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mahtomedi Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mahtomedi Senior High School?
Mahtomedi Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mahtomedi Senior High School offer ?
Mahtomedi Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mahtomedi Senior High School part of?
Mahtomedi Senior High School is part of Mahtomedi Public School District.
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