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#309 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 16% in state

Minnetonka Senior High

High School · MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

18301 HWY 7, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Enrollment

3,482

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#309 of 1,992

In Minnetonka

#7 of 17

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Minnetonka Senior High

Minnetonka Senior High is a public high school in Minnetonka, MN, part of MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Minnetonka Senior High serves approximately 3,482 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Minnetonka Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #309 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Minnetonka Senior High show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Minnetonka Senior High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Minnetonka High School is a four-year public high school located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, a western suburb of Minneapolis-St. Paul 2 . The school has received recognition from national ranking organizations. Newsweek ranked the institution 123rd on its list of America's Top High Schools 2 . Additionally, Niche ranked it 3rd among public high schools in Minnesota 2 .
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How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Minnetonka Senior High is a large school: 3,482 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

45% of students at Minnetonka 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 Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness9.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation51.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,594
Chronic Absenteeism45%

Minnetonka Senior High — Students at Minnetonka Senior High score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
72%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Minnetonka Senior High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
85th percentile in MN
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
192 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
51.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·117 IB enrolled·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

18301 HWY 7, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Minnetonka Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Eden Prairie), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Tonka Online (rated 5.8/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minnetonka, see our Minnetonka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Tonka Online Minnetonka 0.0 mi 5.8
Tonka Online K-5 Minnetonka 0.6 mi 8.3
CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 0.6 mi 7.9
DEEPHAVEN EDUCATION CENTER Excelsior 1.0 mi 5.7
Shorewood Education Center Shorewood 0.9 mi
DEEPHAVEN ELEMENTARY Wayzata 1.1 mi 6.7
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.0 mi 8.9
MINNETONKA EAST MIDDLE Minnetonka 1.6 mi 7.9
ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayzata 2.1 mi 6.7
GROVELAND ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.4 mi 7.7
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 2.4 mi 8.0
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie 2.7 mi 7.2
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.2 mi 4.8
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC MONTESSORI SCHOOL Excelsior 2.5 mi 6.6
CHAPEL HILL ACADEMY Chanhassen 3.4 mi 5.8
CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY Chanhassen 3.3 mi 8.7
ACADEMY OF WHOLE LEARNING Minnetonka 3.0 mi 8.1
MINNETONKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minnetonka 3.0 mi 8.1
GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.7 mi 6.7
SWMetro Annica Program Shakopee 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,287

Median Home Value

$478,800

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

21,255

College Educated

64.2%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.9

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WAYZATA HIGH Plymouth, MN 7.7
EASTVIEW SENIOR HIGH Apple Valley, MN 7.5
EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR HIGH Eden Prairie, MN 7.2
ST. MICHAEL-ALBERTVILLE SENIOR HIGH Saint Michael, MN 7.2
Blaine High School Blaine, MN 7.1
Champlin Park High School Champlin, MN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Minnetonka Senior High

What grades does Minnetonka Senior High serve?

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

How many students attend Minnetonka Senior High?

Minnetonka Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 3,482 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Minnetonka Senior High is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Minnetonka Senior High rank in MN?

Minnetonka Senior High ranks #309 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Minnetonka Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Minnetonka Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Minnetonka Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Minnetonka Senior High has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Minnetonka Senior High a charter school?

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

Is Minnetonka Senior High a Title I school?

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

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

10.7% of students at Minnetonka 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,482
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
192
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.0%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

MINNETONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,356
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,594
District Rank
#7 of 12

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