Serving 1,637 students in grades 9-12, Elk River Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk River Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elk River Senior High School's student population of 1,637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk River Senior 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 Elk River Senior High School is 0.32, 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
#464 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk River Senior High School's ranking?
Elk River Senior High School is ranked #464 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Elk River Senior High School often compared to?
Elk River Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spectrum High School, Big Lake Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk River Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Elk River Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Elk River Senior High School?
1,637 students attend Elk River Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Elk River Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk River Senior High School?
Elk River Senior High School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elk River Senior High School offer ?
Elk River Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elk River Senior High School part of?
Elk River Senior High School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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