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Irondale Senior High

High School · MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2425 LONG LAKE RD, New Brighton, MN 55112

Enrollment

1,732

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,104 of 1,992

In New Brighton

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#12 of 18

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Irondale Senior High

6.0/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Irondale Senior High

Irondale Senior High is a public high school in New Brighton, MN, part of MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Irondale Senior High serves approximately 1,732 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Irondale Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,104 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Irondale Senior High show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

What Parents Should Know

Irondale Senior High runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

38% of students at Irondale Senior 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 Progress5.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation28.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,884
Chronic Absenteeism37.5%

Irondale Senior High — Students at Irondale Senior High score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
64%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
55%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Irondale Senior High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in MN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
9 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
28.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
9 boys'·11 girls'·50 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

2425 LONG LAKE RD, New Brighton, MN 55112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irondale Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNDS VIEW SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Arden Hills), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fridley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fridley Moore Lk Area Learning Ctr (rated 5.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fridley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Brighton, see our New Brighton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY New Brighton 0.3 mi 7.2
Edgewood Middle School Mounds View 0.4 mi 6.8
Mounds View Adult Education Mounds View 1.1 mi
MOUNDS VIEW ALC Mounds View 1.1 mi 5.3
Pike Lake Kindergarten Center New Brighton 1.4 mi 7.4
Pinewood Elementary Mounds View 1.4 mi 5.2
Speech Program - Sp Ed Program New Brighton 1.8 mi 3.9
ECSE PROGRAM New Brighton 1.8 mi 5.8
BIRTH TO TWO ECSE New Brighton 1.8 mi 3.9
Highview Middle School New Brighton 2.0 mi 6.3
Fridley Moore Lk Area Learning Ctr Fridley 1.5 mi 5.6
TOTINO-GRACE HIGH SCHOOL Fridley 1.7 mi 5.9
BEL AIR ELEMENTARY New Brighton 2.2 mi 8.2
GLOBAL ACADEMY New Brighton 2.4 mi 6.4
MOUNDS VIEW SENIOR HIGH Arden Hills 2.2 mi 6.7
EARLY EDUCATION Spring Lake Park 2.2 mi 5.3
SLP Schools Online Elementary Spring Lake Park 2.2 mi
North Park School for Innovation Fridley 2.2 mi 2.9
SPRING LAKE PARK SENIOR HIGH Spring Lake Park 2.4 mi 5.0
SLP Schools Online Secondary Spring Lake Park 2.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,823

Median Home Value

$338,800

Median Rent

$1,322/mo

Population

45,680

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

68.9%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

37.1

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BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji, MN 5.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irondale Senior High

What grades does Irondale Senior High serve?

Irondale Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Irondale Senior High?

Irondale Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,732 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Irondale Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Irondale Senior High is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irondale Senior High rank in MN?

Irondale Senior High ranks #1,104 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Irondale Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Irondale Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Irondale Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irondale Senior High has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Irondale Senior High a charter school?

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

Is Irondale Senior High a Title I school?

No, Irondale Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

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

43.9% of students at Irondale Senior 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
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,732
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.5%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

MOUNDS VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,632
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,884
District Rank
#12 of 18

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