Serving 1,582 students in grades 9-12, Washburn 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 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Washburn High School's student population of 1,582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washburn 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 Washburn High School is 0.61, 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
#631 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
17%
12%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Washburn High School's ranking?
Washburn High School is ranked #631 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Washburn High School often compared to?
Washburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn High School is 92%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washburn High School?
1,582 students attend Washburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Washburn High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn High School?
Washburn High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washburn High School offer ?
Washburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washburn High School part of?
Washburn High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Washburn High School located?
Washburn High School is located in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Minneapolis.
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