Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, St. Peter 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Peter Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Saint Peter, MN, covering approximately 116.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Peter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Peter High School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Peter 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. Peter High School is 0.48, 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
#844 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Peter High School's ranking?
St. Peter High School is ranked #844 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Peter High School?
The graduation rate of St. Peter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend St. Peter High School?
692 students attend St. Peter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of St. Peter High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Peter High School?
St. Peter High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Peter High School offer ?
St. Peter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Peter High School part of?
St. Peter High School is part of St. Peter Public School District.
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