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Henry High

High School · Minneapolis Public School District

4320 NEWTON AVE N, Minneapolis, MN 55412

Enrollment

826

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,288 of 1,992

In Minneapolis

#67 of 125

public schools

In district

#47 of 78

Minneapolis Public School District

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Henry High

5.7/10

High School in Minneapolis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Henry High

Henry High is a public high school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Henry High serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,288 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Henry High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Henry High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

81% of students at Henry High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate79%
AP Participation0.1%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,839
Chronic Absenteeism81.4%

Henry High — Students at Henry High score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
49.5%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
ELA
75%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
69.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
69.5%
2020*
ELA
69.5%
2021*
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Henry High Compares

See how Henry High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in MN
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
81.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered IB Programme
0.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·214 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4320 NEWTON AVE N, Minneapolis, MN 55412

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. UNITY CAMPUS (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brooklyn Center Early College Acad (rated 5.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Center), with a very similar rating. Additionally, INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA (rated 4.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Center), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LORING ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 0.4 mi 3.9
KIPP North Star Academy Minneapolis 0.9 mi 3.5
KIPP North Star Primary Minneapolis 0.9 mi 2.5
OLSON MIDDLE Minneapolis 0.9 mi 3.9
SOJOURNER TRUTH ACADEMY Minneapolis 0.9 mi 3.9
Jenny Lind Elementary Minneapolis 1.1 mi 3.6
Lucy Laney Elementary Minneapolis 1.3 mi 7.2
New Millennium Academy Charter Brooklyn Center 1.3 mi 3.9
Hmong International Elementary Minneapolis 1.7 mi 3.8
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Robbinsdale 1.4 mi 4.1
Cityview Elementary Minneapolis 1.6 mi 6.9
NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center 1.7 mi 5.5
Brooklyn Center Elementary School Brooklyn Center 2.0 mi 3.0
Early Childhood Special Education ( Brooklyn Center 2.0 mi
Brooklyn Center ECSE Age 3 - 5 Brooklyn Center 2.0 mi
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Brooklyn Center 2.0 mi 4.5
Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center 2.0 mi 5.7
UNITY CAMPUS Minneapolis 2.1 mi 6.3
Prekindergarten North Minneapolis 2.1 mi
NELLIE STONE JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 2.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55412 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,905

Median Home Value

$226,400

Median Rent

$1,340/mo

Population

26,182

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

34.1

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HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN 5.7
PEQUOT LAKES SENIOR HIGH Pequot Lakes, MN 5.7
South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul, MN 5.7
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIOR HIGH Columbia Heights, MN 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry High

What grades does Henry High serve?

Henry High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Henry High?

Henry High has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry High?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry High is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry High rank in MN?

Henry High ranks #1,288 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Henry High's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Henry High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Henry High a charter school?

No, Henry High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Henry High a Title I school?

No, Henry High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Henry High?

78.3% of students at Henry High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
81.4%
4-Year Graduation
79.0%

District

Minneapolis Public School District
District Enrollment
29,063
Schools in District
98
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,839
District Rank
#47 of 78

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