Serving 2,647 students in grades 9-12, Stillwater Area 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 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic 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: 2,647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stillwater Area High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stillwater Area High School's student population of 2,647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stillwater Area 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 Stillwater Area High School is 0.40, 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
#619 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
77%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Stillwater Area High School's ranking?
Stillwater Area High School is ranked #619 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Stillwater Area High School often compared to?
Stillwater Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbury High School, East Ridge High School, Mahtomedi Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stillwater Area High School?
The graduation rate of Stillwater Area High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Stillwater Area High School?
2,647 students attend Stillwater Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Stillwater Area High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stillwater Area High School?
Stillwater Area High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stillwater Area High School offer ?
Stillwater Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Stillwater Area High School part of?
Stillwater Area High School is part of Stillwater Area School District.
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