Serving 1,938 students in grades 9-12, Park High School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Park High School's student population of 1,938 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park 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
#1310 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
8%
12%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park High School's ranking?
Park High School is ranked #1310 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Park High School often compared to?
Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Park High School?
The graduation rate of Park High School is 91%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Park High School?
1,938 students attend Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Park High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park High School?
Park High School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park High School offer ?
Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Park High School part of?
Park High School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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