Serving 718 students in grades 9-12, St. Peter High School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Peter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Peter High School's student population of 718 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Peter 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 St. Peter High School is 0.44, 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
#582 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
7%
12%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 St. Peter High School's ranking?
St. Peter High School is ranked #582 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Peter High School?
The graduation rate of St. Peter High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend St. Peter High School?
718 students attend St. Peter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of St. Peter High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Peter High School?
St. Peter High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Peter High School offer ?
St. Peter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Peter High School part of?
St. Peter High School is part of St. Peter Public School District.
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