Serving 1,602 students in grades 9-12, Elk River Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk River Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elk River Senior High School's student population of 1,602 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1888
School Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Elk River Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk River Senior High School is 0.34, 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
#464 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Elk River Senior High School's ranking?
Elk River Senior High School is ranked #464 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Elk River Senior High School often compared to?
Elk River Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spectrum High School, Big Lake Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk River Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Elk River Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Elk River Senior High School?
1,602 students attend Elk River Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Elk River Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk River Senior High School?
Elk River Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elk River Senior High School offer ?
Elk River Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk River Senior High School part of?
Elk River Senior High School is part of Elk River Public School District.
School Reviews
5 12/20/2010
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