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#524 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 26% in state

St. Peter High School

High School · ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

2121 WEST BROADWAY AVENUE, Saint Peter, MN 56082

Enrollment

711

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#524 of 1,992

In Saint Peter

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

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7.2/10

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About St. Peter High School

St. Peter High School is a public high school in Saint Peter, MN, part of ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT.

St. Peter High School serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St.

Peter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Peter High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above MN schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MN avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation20.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,513
Chronic Absenteeism5.6%

St. Peter High School — Students at St. Peter High School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (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
37%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How St. Peter High School Compares

See how St. Peter High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
74th percentile in MN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
20.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·49 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

2121 WEST BROADWAY AVENUE, Saint Peter, MN 56082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Peter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CLEVELAND SECONDARY (rated 7.0/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ZIEBARTH ALTERNATIVE LEARNING (rated 4.9/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Le Sueur), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saint Peter, see our Saint Peter schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL Saint Peter 0.6 mi 6.4
South Elementary School Saint Peter 1.0 mi 7.5
Oshawa Learning Academy Saint Peter 1.2 mi
St. Peter Middle School Saint Peter 1.0 mi 5.8
ST. PETER ECSE Saint Peter 1.0 mi 5.8
North Elementary School Saint Peter 1.2 mi 7.6
ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Peter 1.2 mi 5.3
Minnesota Valley School Saint Peter 1.6 mi
MN VALLEY ED. DIST. EARLY CHILDHOOD Saint Peter 1.6 mi
Minnesota River School Saint Peter 1.6 mi
ROCK BEND HS ALC Saint Peter 1.6 mi
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato 9.6 mi 7.5
ZIEBARTH ALTERNATIVE LEARNING Le Sueur 9.3 mi 4.9
CONCORDIA CLASSICAL ACADEMY North Mankato 9.7 mi 3.9
LOYOLA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mankato 10.1 mi 8.3
CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY Cleveland 7.5 mi 8.8
CLEVELAND SECONDARY Cleveland 7.5 mi 7.0
FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY Mankato 10.5 mi 9.2
PARK ELEMENTARY Le Sueur 9.9 mi 6.3
Futures Sun North Mankato 10.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,332

Median Home Value

$263,500

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

14,512

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

16.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

36.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
ACADEMY OF HOLY ANGELS Richfield, MN 7.2
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Minnetonka, MN 7.2
FALLS SECONDARY International Falls, MN 7.2
HMONG COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY HS Saint Paul, MN 7.2
MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Woodbury, MN 7.2
WATERTOWN MAYER HIGH Watertown, MN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Peter High School

What grades does St. Peter High School serve?

St. Peter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St. Peter High School?

St. Peter High School has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Peter High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Peter High School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Peter High School rank in MN?

St. Peter High School ranks #524 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is St. Peter High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Peter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 St. Peter High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Peter High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St. Peter High School a charter school?

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

Is St. Peter High School a Title I school?

No, St. Peter High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Peter High School?

35.3% of students at St. Peter High School 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Nicollet County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.6%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

ST. PETER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,105
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,513
District Rank
#3 of 5

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