Summary:
Washburn High is a public high school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving 1,582 students in grades 9-12. As part of the Minneapolis Public School District, Washburn High consistently outperforms the district and state averages in academic metrics, with strong performance in Math, Reading, and Science. The school maintains a high graduation rate and low dropout rate, and boasts a diverse student population that is more balanced compared to nearby schools like Roosevelt High and Heritage Academy High.
Washburn High's consistent academic performance is a standout, with over 45% of students proficient or better in Math, 51% in Reading, and 40% in Science, compared to the district and state averages. The school's four-year graduation rate ranges from 87% to 92.4%, outpacing the district. Washburn's diverse student body is 58.15% White, 16.81% African American, 18.39% Hispanic, 3.16% Asian, and 0.95% Native American, providing a more representative learning environment than some nearby schools.
While Washburn High's academic and demographic profile is impressive, the school's performance for certain subgroups, such as African American and Hispanic students, lags behind that of White students, suggesting a need for further efforts to address educational equity. Nonetheless, Washburn High's strong overall performance, combined with the presence of other high-quality educational options in the area, such as Southwest High, indicates a robust educational landscape in the Minneapolis region.
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Detail:
Public 9-12
District:
Minneapolis Public School District
SchoolDigger Rank:
153rd of 480 Minnesota High Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,757
Feeder schools for Washburn High:
Student/teacher ratio: 27.1
Number of students: 1,582
Racial breakdown:
White:
58.2%
Hispanic:
18.4%
African American:
16.8%
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Asian:
3.2%
Two or more races:
2.5%
American Indian:
0.9%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 37%
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