Best Public Schools in Worthington, MN

The city of Worthington, Minnesota is home to 6 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools (1 alternative and 1 night program). The schools serve a diverse student population, with a majority Hispanic enrollment and high rates of economic disadvantage across the district.

While the Worthington Senior High is the largest high school, it struggles with low academic performance, with only 11.48% of students proficient in math and 32.39% proficient in reading. The school also has a concerning 4-year graduation rate of 67.5% and a high dropout rate of 17.3%. In contrast, the Intermediate School stands out with the highest proficiency rates in the district, including 29.86% proficient in math and 31.39% proficient in reading.

The data reveals significant achievement gaps across the Worthington Public School District, with the alternative Learning Center struggling the most, with 0% proficiency in math and only 8% proficiency in reading. The district faces challenges in providing equitable educational opportunities, as evidenced by the high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 72.75% to 82.93% across the schools.