Two Rivers High School, in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, United States, was founded in 1954. The school was built in 1971 to serve students in grades 9–12. Today, it serves students in grades 9–12 and houses the district’s administrative offices.
Serving 1,648 students in grades 9-12, Two Rivers High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Two Rivers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Two Rivers High School's student population of 1,648 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Rankings
Two Rivers High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Two Rivers High School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
45%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Two Rivers High School's ranking?
Two Rivers High School is ranked #544 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Two Rivers High School often compared to?
Two Rivers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academic Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Two Rivers High School?
The graduation rate of Two Rivers High School is 85%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Two Rivers High School?
1,648 students attend Two Rivers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Two Rivers High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Two Rivers High School?
Two Rivers High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Two Rivers High School offer ?
Two Rivers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Two Rivers High School part of?
Two Rivers High School is part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District.
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