Serving 660 students in grades 9-12, Hermantown Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermantown Senior 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
Hermantown Senior High School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermantown 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 Hermantown Senior High School is 0.19, 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
#573 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermantown Senior High School's ranking?
Hermantown Senior High School is ranked #573 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hermantown Senior High School often compared to?
Hermantown Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School, Denfeld 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hermantown Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Hermantown Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hermantown Senior High School?
660 students attend Hermantown Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hermantown Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermantown Senior High School?
Hermantown Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hermantown Senior High School offer ?
Hermantown Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hermantown Senior High School part of?
Hermantown Senior High School is part of Hermantown Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
Review Hermantown Senior High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
