Washington Tech Secondary Magnet

1495 Rice St
Saint Paul, MN 55117
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,814 students in grades 6-12, Washington Tech Secondary Magnet 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 9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,814 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 87% (Top 50% in MN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Tech Secondary Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Washington Tech Secondary Magnet's student population of 1,814 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,814 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
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School Rankings

Washington Tech Secondary Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Tech Secondary Magnet is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MN)
#1640 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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9%
45%
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23%
53%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
2%
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Asian
53%
7%
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Hispanic
12%
10%
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Black
26%
12%
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White
4%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.64
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87%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
26%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Tech Secondary Magnet's ranking?
Washington Tech Secondary Magnet is ranked #1640 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Washington Tech Secondary Magnet often compared to?
Washington Tech Secondary Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Tech Secondary Magnet?
The graduation rate of Washington Tech Secondary Magnet is 87%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington Tech Secondary Magnet?
1,814 students attend Washington Tech Secondary Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Washington Tech Secondary Magnet students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Tech Secondary Magnet?
Washington Tech Secondary Magnet has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Tech Secondary Magnet offer ?
Washington Tech Secondary Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Washington Tech Secondary Magnet part of?
Washington Tech Secondary Magnet is part of St. Paul Public School District.

School Reviews

5   8/18/2020
Washington Rocks! Awesome Community with High expectations place. where we really Care about each other and everybody belongs! We have highly qualified Teachers and Awesome Support Staff.
- Posted by Teacher - Mrs Johnson

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 1,814 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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