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East Grand Forks Senior High School

1420 4th Ave Nw
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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East Grand Forks Senior High School is a public high school in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, United States.
Serving 588 students in grades 9-12, East Grand Forks Senior High School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 588 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Grand Forks Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

East Grand Forks Senior High School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres

School Rankings

East Grand Forks Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Grand Forks Senior High School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#608 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
46%
55-59%
51%
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Green Wave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Grand Forks Senior High School's ranking?
East Grand Forks Senior High School is ranked #608 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East Grand Forks Senior High School often compared to?
East Grand Forks Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Crookston Secondary, Red River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Grand Forks Senior High School?
The graduation rate of East Grand Forks Senior High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Grand Forks Senior High School?
588 students attend East Grand Forks Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East Grand Forks Senior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Grand Forks Senior High School?
East Grand Forks Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Grand Forks Senior High School offer ?
East Grand Forks Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Grand Forks Senior High School part of?
East Grand Forks Senior High School is part of East Grand Forks Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 588 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 85-89% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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