Serving 1,949 students in grades 8-12, Mayo Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 50:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayo Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mayo Senior High School's student population of 1,949 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mayo Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayo Senior High School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#513 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
50:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
10%
12%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayo Senior High School's ranking?
Mayo Senior High School is ranked #513 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mayo Senior High School often compared to?
Mayo Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century Senior High School, John Marshall Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayo Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mayo Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mayo Senior High School?
1,949 students attend Mayo Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mayo Senior High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayo Senior High School?
Mayo Senior High School has a student ration of 50:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayo Senior High School offer ?
Mayo Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Mayo Senior High School part of?
Mayo Senior High School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mayo Senior High School located?
Mayo Senior High School is located in the Meadow Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadow Park.
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