Saint Francis High School is a high school located in St. Francis, Minnesota, United States. It is part of ISD 15 and covers about 165 square miles.
Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, St. Francis 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 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Francis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Francis High School's student population of 1,136 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
St. Francis High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Francis High School is 0.34, 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
#603 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Saint
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Francis High School's ranking?
St. Francis High School is ranked #603 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Francis High School often compared to?
St. Francis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover High School, Blaine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Francis High School?
The graduation rate of St. Francis High School is 94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend St. Francis High School?
1,136 students attend St. Francis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of St. Francis High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Francis High School?
St. Francis High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Francis High School offer ?
St. Francis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Francis High School part of?
St. Francis High School is part of St. Francis Area Schools School District.
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