Park High School is a high school in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, United States, part of the South Washington County School District. The school was opened in 1914 In St. Paul Park, on 3rd St. It was moved to a newer building in Cottage Grove in 1965.
Serving 1,992 students in grades 9-12, Park 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 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,992 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Park Senior High serves the southern part of Cottage Grove, MN, covering an area of approximately 32.1 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Park High School's student population of 1,992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 102% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,992 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
We Run As One!
School Rankings
Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park High School is 0.61, 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
#1240 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
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
91%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolfpack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park High School's ranking?
Park High School is ranked #1240 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Park High School often compared to?
Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park High School?
The graduation rate of Park High School is 91%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Park High School?
1,992 students attend Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Park High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park High School?
Park High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park High School offer ?
Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park High School part of?
Park High School is part of South Washington County Schools.
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