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Osseo Senior High

High School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

317 2ND AVE NW, Osseo, MN 55369

Enrollment

2,249

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,338 of 1,992

In Osseo

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#18 of 30

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Osseo Senior High

5.6/10

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

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About Osseo Senior High

Osseo Senior High is a public high school in Osseo, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Osseo Senior High serves approximately 2,249 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Osseo Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,338 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Osseo Senior High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Osseo Senior High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Osseo Senior High School is a four-year public high school located at 317 2nd Ave. NW in Osseo, Minnesota 2 . It operates as part of the Osseo Area School District 279 and is one of three four-year high schools within the district 2 . The school serves students in grades 9 through 12 2 . This grade configuration has been in place since September 2015, when the district transitioned ninth-grade students from junior high school to the senior high school 2 . The student body primarily consists of residents from Osseo, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove, and Plymouth 2 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Osseo Senior High is a large school: 2,249 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 Osseo 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 Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate83%
AP Participation13.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,345
Chronic Absenteeism44.8%

Osseo Senior High — Students at Osseo Senior High score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.6% (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
35%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
51%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Osseo Senior High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in MN
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
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
58%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
115 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·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

317 2ND AVE NW, Osseo, MN 55369

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Osseo Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Maple Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Osseo Education Center (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ALC SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Osseo, see our Osseo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Osseo Middle School Osseo 0.3 mi 5.8
Noble Academy Elementary Brooklyn Park 0.5 mi 5.2
Noble Academy Middle School Brooklyn Park 0.5 mi 4.4
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 0.5 mi 3.5
Osseo Education Center Osseo 0.6 mi 5.7
ELM CREEK ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 0.9 mi 6.4
Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar Maple Grove 1.1 mi 6.6
Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric Maple Grove 1.1 mi 7.4
Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic Maple Grove 1.1 mi 5.8
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park 2.1 mi 6.0
ALC SENIOR HIGH Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 5.3
279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 5.9
279Online Learning Program 6-8 Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 4.2
279Online Learning Program 9-12 Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 5.0
NASHA SHKOLA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 2.1 mi 8.9
Maple Grove Middle School Maple Grove 2.9 mi 6.1
RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 2.3 mi 6.3
EDINBROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 2.3 mi 5.0
CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 3.1 mi 6.8
PARK BROOK ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 2.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,541

Median Home Value

$356,800

Median Rent

$1,792/mo

Population

38,711

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BUFFALO SENIOR HIGH Buffalo, MN 5.7
CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge, MN 5.7
PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL Brooklyn Park, MN 5.7
APPLE VALLEY SENIOR HIGH Apple Valley, MN 5.8
Anoka High School Anoka, MN 5.8
CHANHASSEN HIGH SCHOOL Chanhassen, MN 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Osseo Senior High

What grades does Osseo Senior High serve?

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

How many students attend Osseo Senior High?

Osseo Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 2,249 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Osseo Senior High is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Osseo Senior High rank in MN?

Osseo Senior High ranks #1,338 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Osseo Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Osseo Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Osseo Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Osseo Senior High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Osseo Senior High a charter school?

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

Is Osseo Senior High a Title I school?

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

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

58.1% of students at Osseo 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,249
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
115
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.8%
4-Year Graduation
83.0%

District

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
20,776
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,345
District Rank
#18 of 30

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