Humboldt Senior High School is a public high school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States which serves students in grades 6-12. The school is the smallest of the nine high schools in the Saint Paul Public Schools district with an enrollment of 858 students.
Serving 988 students in grades 6-12, Humboldt 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 9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Humboldt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Humboldt High School's student population of 988 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Humboldt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Humboldt High School is 0.71, 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
#1694 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
43%
7%
Hispanic
22%
12%
Black
24%
12%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Humboldt High School's ranking?
Humboldt High School is ranked #1694 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Humboldt High School often compared to?
Humboldt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Technology Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Humboldt High School?
The graduation rate of Humboldt High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Humboldt High School?
988 students attend Humboldt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Humboldt High School students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Humboldt High School?
Humboldt High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Humboldt High School offer ?
Humboldt High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Humboldt High School part of?
Humboldt High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Humboldt High School located?
Humboldt High School is located in the Baker Annapolis neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Baker Annapolis.
School Reviews
5 1/31/2011
Humboldt has quality rigorous academic programs which push children to excel. The wide variety of sports and elective offerings provide rare personalized opportunities within a small friendly school.
Humboldt re-invented itself by complimenting the curriculum with an environmental themed focus while increasing the focus on preparing for college. Humboldt is trying to go school-wide AVID to compliment its multiple college access programs.
Humboldt really has a great climate, friendly students and lots of programs including drama, environmental and robotics clubs, a great music and choir program, strong arts, languages, JROTC and tons of athletic programs.
I really can't say enough about how please I am with Humboldt; I've seen Humboldt improve and evolve. As an involved community member within the school, I see great things happening.
The future sixth graders will be lucky to go to high school in a school which has lot of opportunities in a small 'personalized-family' setting.
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