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#1598 of 1,992 schools in MN
Waseca Senior High
High School · WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1717 2ND ST NW, Waseca, MN 56093
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,598 of 1,992
In Waseca
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Waseca Senior High
Waseca Senior High is a public high school in Waseca, MN, part of WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waseca Senior High serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Waseca Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,598 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Waseca Senior High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Waseca 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
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Waseca Senior High — Students at Waseca Senior High score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How Waseca Senior High Compares
See how Waseca Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1717 2ND ST NW, Waseca, MN 56093
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waseca Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. (rated 7.1/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Waterville), which scores notably higher. Another option is JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC (rated 7.1/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Janesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NRHEG SECONDARY (rated 5.3/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby New Richland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waseca, see our Waseca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WASECA JUNIOR HIGH Waseca | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| WASECA MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Waseca | 0.0 mi | — |
| WASECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Waseca | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| TEAM ACADEMY Waseca | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Waseca | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SWMetro Waseca Shakopee | 1.2 mi | — |
| SWMetro Waseca-Transitions Shakopee | 1.2 mi | — |
| Waseca Area Learning Center Waseca | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Waseca Early Childhood Waseca | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| WATERVILLE ELEMENTARY Waterville | 8.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. Waterville | 8.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MORRISTOWN ELEMENTARY Morristown | 9.6 mi | 7.9 |
| WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN JR. Morristown | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morristown | 12.6 mi | — |
| JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
| JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC Janesville | 9.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville | 9.9 mi | 5.4 |
| NRHEG SECONDARY New Richland | 14.1 mi | 5.3 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 13.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,210
Median Home Value
$214,800
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
12,742
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MEDFORD SECONDARY Medford, MN | 5.0 |
| SIBLEY EAST-ARLINGTON SENIOR HIGH Arlington, MN | 5.0 |
| HOWARD LAKE-WAVERLY-WINSTED SEC. Howard Lake, MN | 4.9 |
| Hiawatha Collegiate High School Minneapolis, MN | 4.9 |
| ST. CLAIR SECONDARY Saint Clair, MN | 4.9 |
| CRISTO REY JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL TWIN CITIES Minneapolis, MN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waseca Senior High
What grades does Waseca Senior High serve?
Waseca Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waseca Senior High?
Waseca Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waseca Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Waseca Senior High is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waseca Senior High rank in MN?
Waseca Senior High ranks #1,598 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Waseca Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Waseca Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Waseca Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waseca Senior High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waseca Senior High a charter school?
No, Waseca Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waseca Senior High a Title I school?
No, Waseca Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waseca Senior High?
36.3% of students at Waseca 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Waseca County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (507) 835-5470
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
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District
WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,735
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,362
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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