Serving 1,497 students in grades 9-12, St. Louis Park Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Louis Park Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
St. Louis Park Senior High School's student population of 1,497 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Louis Park Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Louis Park Senior High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
24%
12%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Louis Park Senior High School's ranking?
St. Louis Park Senior High School is ranked #288 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Louis Park Senior High School often compared to?
St. Louis Park Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Louis Park Senior High School?
The graduation rate of St. Louis Park Senior High School is 87%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend St. Louis Park Senior High School?
1,497 students attend St. Louis Park Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of St. Louis Park Senior High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Louis Park Senior High School?
St. Louis Park Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Louis Park Senior High School offer ?
St. Louis Park Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St. Louis Park Senior High School part of?
St. Louis Park Senior High School is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Louis Park Senior High School located?
St. Louis Park Senior High School is located in the Lenox neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Lenox.
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