Serving 1,862 students in grades 8-12, Mayo Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,862 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mayo Senior High School's student population of 1,862 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mayo Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayo Senior High School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
10%
12%
White
61%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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 #559 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayo Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Mayo Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mayo Senior High School?
1,862 students attend Mayo Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mayo Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayo Senior High School?
Mayo Senior High School has a student ration of 45:1, 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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