Serving 2,021 students in grades 9-12, East Ridge 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 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,021 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 43:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Ridge High School's student population of 2,021 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ridge 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 East Ridge High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#455 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
43:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
10%
12%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge High School's ranking?
East Ridge High School is ranked #455 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Ridge High School often compared to?
East Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of East Ridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Ridge High School?
2,021 students attend East Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of East Ridge High School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge High School?
East Ridge High School has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Ridge High School offer ?
East Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Ridge High School part of?
East Ridge High School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
School Reviews
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The number of students needs to be updated as well as the percentage of minorities because in school I hear that there are about 2,200 students at East Ridge.
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