Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, Wellstone International 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellstone International High School's student population of 127 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wellstone International 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 Wellstone International High School is 0.49, 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
#1232 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
69%
11%
Black
18%
12%
White
3%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellstone International High School's ranking?
Wellstone International High School is ranked #1232 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wellstone International High School often compared to?
Wellstone International High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair High School, Henry High - Sws by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellstone International High School?
The graduation rate of Wellstone International High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wellstone International High School?
127 students attend Wellstone International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wellstone International High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellstone International High School?
Wellstone International High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wellstone International High School offer ?
Wellstone International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wellstone International High School part of?
Wellstone International High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Wellstone International High School located?
Wellstone International High School is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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