Serving 917 students in grades 9-12, Denfeld High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denfeld High School's student population of 917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Mascot
Hunters
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Denfeld High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denfeld High School is 0.55, which is less 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
#1156 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
65%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Denfeld High School's ranking?
Denfeld High School is ranked #1156 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Denfeld High School often compared to?
Denfeld High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School, Hermantown Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denfeld High School?
The graduation rate of Denfeld High School is 73%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Denfeld High School?
917 students attend Denfeld High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Denfeld High School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denfeld High School?
Denfeld High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denfeld High School offer ?
Denfeld High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denfeld High School part of?
Denfeld High School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Denfeld High School located?
Denfeld High School is located in the West Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in West Duluth.
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