Serving 1,342 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 18:1 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 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- 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%)
- 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 1,342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'It's a Great Day to Be a Wildcat!'
School Mascot
Wildcats
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 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 84%.
How many students attend Waconia High School?
1,342 students attend Waconia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Waconia High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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 18:1, 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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