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White Bear South Campus Senior

High School · WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

3551 MCKNIGHT RD, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Enrollment

1,196

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

11th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,529 of 1,992

In White Bear Lake

#15 of 18

public schools

In district

#14 of 17

WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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White Bear South Campus Senior

5.2/10

High School in White Bear Lake · grades 11th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Campus Education Center

6.2/10

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6.2/10

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About White Bear South Campus Senior

White Bear South Campus Senior is a public high school in White Bear Lake, MN, part of WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. White Bear South Campus Senior serves approximately 1,196 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. White Bear South Campus Senior has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,529 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for White Bear South Campus Senior show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

White Bear South Campus Senior runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

44% of students at White Bear South Campus Senior 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 Progress1.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-8.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2010 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation26.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,111
Chronic Absenteeism44.3%

White Bear South Campus Senior — Students at White Bear South Campus Senior score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2010)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 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
57%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
57%
2012
Math
66%
2013
Math
71%
2014
Math
62%
2015
Math
64%
2016
Math
62%
2017
Math
59%
2018
Math
57%
2019
Math
57%
2020*
Math
37%
2021*
Math
37%
2022
Math
48%

* 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: 1.1/10.

How White Bear South Campus Senior Compares

See how White Bear South Campus Senior performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in MN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
26.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·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

3551 MCKNIGHT RD, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Bear South Campus Senior may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Campus Education Center (rated 6.2/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White Bear Lake, see our White Bear Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
South Campus Education Center White Bear Lake 0.0 mi 6.2
WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake 0.5 mi 6.2
SUNRISE PARK MIDDLE White Bear Lake 0.8 mi 5.8
SUNRISE PARK AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake 0.8 mi 4.7
MATOSKA INTERNATIONAL White Bear Lake 0.7 mi 5.6
LAKEAIRES ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 0.9 mi 7.3
LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY White Bear Lake 0.9 mi 8.3
Level Up Academy White Bear Lake 0.8 mi 7.4
Level Up Academy Middle School White Bear Lake 0.8 mi 6.1
Level Up K-5 Virtual Academy White Bear Lake 0.8 mi
Level Up Academy Virtual Middle White Bear Lake 0.8 mi
NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER White Bear Lake 1.2 mi 7.6
WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT CENTER White Bear Lake 1.2 mi
WILLOW LANE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake 1.0 mi 4.3
Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake 1.3 mi
PROJECT RETURN White Bear Lake 1.3 mi
PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood 1.4 mi
916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake 1.3 mi 5.8
Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi 1.4 mi
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul 1.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,211

Median Home Value

$347,100

Median Rent

$1,494/mo

Population

37,272

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44

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AUSTIN SENIOR HIGH Austin, MN 5.1
FARIBAULT SENIOR HIGH Faribault, MN 5.1
TECHNICAL SENIOR HIGH Saint Cloud, MN 5.1
COMO PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Paul, MN 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Bear South Campus Senior

What grades does White Bear South Campus Senior serve?

White Bear South Campus Senior serves students in grades 11th through 12th.

How many students attend White Bear South Campus Senior?

White Bear South Campus Senior has an enrollment of approximately 1,196 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Bear South Campus Senior?

The student-teacher ratio at White Bear South Campus Senior is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Bear South Campus Senior rank in MN?

White Bear South Campus Senior ranks #1,529 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is White Bear South Campus Senior's MySchoolScout rating?

White Bear South Campus Senior has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 White Bear South Campus Senior?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Bear South Campus Senior has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).

Is White Bear South Campus Senior a charter school?

No, White Bear South Campus Senior is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is White Bear South Campus Senior a Title I school?

No, White Bear South Campus Senior is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Bear South Campus Senior?

24.1% of students at White Bear South Campus Senior 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
1,196
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.3%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

WHITE BEAR LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
8,549
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,111
District Rank
#14 of 17

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