Mankato West High School is a public secondary school located in Mankato, Minnesota, United States. According to the school district in 2016, Mankato West enrolls about 1150 students in four grades, grades 9–12.
Serving 1,193 students in grades 9-12, Mankato West 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 36% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mankato West Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mankato West Senior High School's student population of 1,193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Colors
Scarlet, White
School Rankings
Mankato West Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mankato West Senior High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#597 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mankato West Senior High School's ranking?
Mankato West Senior High School is ranked #597 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mankato West Senior High School often compared to?
Mankato West Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mankato East Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mankato West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mankato West Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mankato West Senior High School?
1,193 students attend Mankato West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mankato West Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mankato West Senior High School?
Mankato West Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mankato West Senior High School offer ?
Mankato West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mankato West Senior High School part of?
Mankato West Senior High School is part of Mankato Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mankato West Senior High School located?
Mankato West Senior High School is located in the West Mankato neighborhood of Mankato, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in West Mankato.
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