Serving 1,943 students in grades 9-12, Woodbury High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,943 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodbury Senior High serves the northern part of its school district in Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Woodbury High School's student population of 1,943 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 67% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,943 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodbury High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodbury High School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Royals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodbury High School's ranking?
Woodbury High School is ranked #322 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Woodbury High School often compared to?
Woodbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodbury High School?
The graduation rate of Woodbury High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Woodbury High School?
1,943 students attend Woodbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Woodbury High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodbury High School?
Woodbury High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodbury High School offer ?
Woodbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodbury High School part of?
Woodbury High School is part of South Washington County Schools.
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