Washington Technology Senior High School

1495 Rice St
Saint Paul, MN 55117
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1/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,063 students in grades 9-12, Washington Technology Senior 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 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,063 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 75% (Btm 50% in MN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : Washington Tech Secondary Magnet serves the northeast part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.6 miles, reaching a maximum distance of 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Washington Technology Senior High School's student population of 1,063 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,063 students

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Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers

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School Rankings

Washington Technology Senior 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 Washington Technology Senior High School is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1629 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)

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14%
46%

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27%
51%

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23%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1

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American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
50%
7%

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Hispanic
17%
12%

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Black
24%
12%

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White
3%
60%

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Two or more races
5%
7%

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All Ethnic Groups
97%
0.67

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75%
83.3%

Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data

(22-23)
67.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%

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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%

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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Technology Senior High School's ranking?
Washington Technology Senior High School is ranked #1629 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Washington Technology Senior High School often compared to?
Washington Technology Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Humboldt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Technology Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Technology Senior High School is 75%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Washington Technology Senior High School?
1,063 students attend Washington Technology Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington Technology Senior High School students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Technology Senior High School?
Washington Technology Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Technology Senior High School offer ?
Washington Technology Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Technology Senior High School part of?
Washington Technology Senior High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Technology Senior High School located?
Washington Technology Senior High School is located in the North of Maryland neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in North of Maryland.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,063 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 75% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : Washington Tech Secondary Magnet serves the northeast part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.6 miles, reaching a maximum distance of 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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