Washburn High School, or simply Washburn, is a four-year public high school serving grades 9–12 in the Tangletown neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. By enrollment, Washburn is the second-largest high school in Minneapolis Public Schools.
Serving 1,555 students in grades 9-12, Washburn High School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 1,555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washburn High School's student population of 1,555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Washburn High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washburn High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
56%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Miller
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washburn High School's ranking?
Washburn High School is ranked #507 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Washburn High School often compared to?
Washburn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washburn High School?
The graduation rate of Washburn High School is 85%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washburn High School?
1,555 students attend Washburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Washburn High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washburn High School?
Washburn High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washburn High School offer ?
Washburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washburn High School part of?
Washburn High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Washburn High School located?
Washburn High School is located in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Minneapolis.
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