Sowashco Online 9-12 serves 41 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sowashco Online 9-12 is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Sowashco Online 9-12?
The graduation rate of Sowashco Online 9-12 is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sowashco Online 9-12?
41 students attend Sowashco Online 9-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sowashco Online 9-12 students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sowashco Online 9-12?
Sowashco Online 9-12 has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sowashco Online 9-12 offer ?
Sowashco Online 9-12 offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sowashco Online 9-12 part of?
Sowashco Online 9-12 is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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