Serving 1,335 students in grades 9-12, Waconia High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waconia Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 100.1 square miles in Waconia, MN. Most students have a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waconia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Waconia High School's student population of 1,335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'It's a Great Day to Be a Wildcat!'
School Rankings
Waconia 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 Waconia High School is 0.21, 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
#542 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-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
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waconia High School's ranking?
Waconia High School is ranked #542 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Waconia High School often compared to?
Waconia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watertown Mayer High School, Chaska High School, Chanhassen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waconia High School?
The graduation rate of Waconia High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Waconia High School?
1,335 students attend Waconia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Waconia High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waconia High School?
Waconia High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waconia High School offer ?
Waconia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waconia High School part of?
Waconia High School is part of Waconia Public School District.
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