Serving 2,969 students in grades 9-12, Blaine High School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher 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 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,969 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blaine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blaine High School's student population of 2,969 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blaine High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blaine High School is 0.60, 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
#407 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
14%
12%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blaine High School's ranking?
Blaine High School is ranked #407 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Blaine High School often compared to?
Blaine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover High School, Coon Rapids High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 Blaine High School?
The graduation rate of Blaine High School is 93%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Blaine High School?
2,969 students attend Blaine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Blaine High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blaine High School?
Blaine High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blaine High School offer ?
Blaine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blaine High School part of?
Blaine High School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
School Reviews
4 9/15/2020
Schools fine here, some teachers kinda removed, but whatever. Also Coon Rapids is a horrible school, no one likes you, get off your high horse and realise that. You're literally one of the worst schools in the district.
1 7/2/2020
I go to coon rapids this stuff makes a gag, low key all the kids here cooked.
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