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#1425 of 1,992 schools in MN
Wellstone International High - Sws
High School · Minneapolis Public School District
1501 HENNEPIN AVENUE KOPP HALL (3RD FLOOR), Minneapolis, MN 55403
Enrollment
40
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,425 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#76 of 125
public schools
In district
#54 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Wellstone International High - Sws
Wellstone International High - Sws is a public high school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Wellstone International High - Sws serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Wellstone International High - Sws has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,425 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Wellstone International High - Sws show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Wellstone International High - Sws is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Wellstone International High - Sws sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
48% of students at Wellstone International High - Sws 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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Wellstone International High - Sws — Students at Wellstone International High - Sws score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Wellstone International High - Sws Compares
See how Wellstone International High - Sws 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
1501 HENNEPIN AVENUE KOPP HALL (3RD FLOOR), Minneapolis, MN 55403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wellstone International High - Sws may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LORING-NICOLLET HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON EDUCATION CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAIR High (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WELLSTONE INTERNATIONAL HIGH Minneapolis | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILD GARDEN MONTESSORI Minneapolis | 0.1 mi | — |
| LORING-NICOLLET HIGH Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| DOWNTOWN CAMPUS Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| LOVEWORKS ACADEMY FOR ARTS Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| FAIR High Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Metro College Prep Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SET Academy Middle Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| SET Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Metro 2 Online Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | — |
| MERC Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MERC Extended Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | — |
| RIVER BEND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Whittier Elementary Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Best Academy Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| HARRISON EDUCATION CENTER Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MN International Middle Chr School Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Twin Cities International Schools Minneapolis | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| BETHUNE ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,928
Median Home Value
$285,200
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
17,354
College Educated
59.3%
Homeownership
25.1%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wellstone International High - Sws
What grades does Wellstone International High - Sws serve?
Wellstone International High - Sws serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wellstone International High - Sws?
Wellstone International High - Sws has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
How does Wellstone International High - Sws rank in MN?
Wellstone International High - Sws ranks #1,425 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Wellstone International High - Sws's MySchoolScout rating?
Wellstone International High - Sws has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Wellstone International High - Sws?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wellstone International High - Sws has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Wellstone International High - Sws a charter school?
No, Wellstone International High - Sws is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wellstone International High - Sws a Title I school?
No, Wellstone International High - Sws is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wellstone International High - Sws?
50.0% of students at Wellstone International High - Sws 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
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (612) 668-5115
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #54 of 78
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