Wellstone International High - Sws serves 39 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellstone International High - Sws's student population of 39 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wellstone International High - Sws is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
62%
12%
Black
33%
12%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Wellstone International High - Sws?
The graduation rate of Wellstone International High - Sws is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wellstone International High - Sws?
39 students attend Wellstone International High - Sws.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wellstone International High - Sws students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does Wellstone International High - Sws offer ?
Wellstone International High - Sws offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellstone International High - Sws part of?
Wellstone International High - Sws is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Wellstone International High - Sws located?
Wellstone International High - Sws is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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