Wellstone International High - Sws serves 25 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellstone International High - Sws ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wellstone International High - Sws's student population of 25 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wellstone International High - Sws is 0.54, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
60%
11%
Black
32%
12%
White
4%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Wellstone International High - Sws?
The graduation rate of Wellstone International High - Sws is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wellstone International High - Sws?
25 students attend Wellstone International High - Sws.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wellstone International High - Sws students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Wellstone International High - Sws offer ?
Wellstone International High - Sws offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wellstone International High - Sws part of?
Wellstone International High - Sws is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Wellstone International High - Sws located?
Wellstone International High - Sws is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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