Johnson Senior High School is a comprehensive high school for grades 9 to 12 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States. Originally named Cleveland High School, the school was renamed after Minnesota governor John A. Johnson in 1911.
Serving 1,097 students in grades 9-12, Johnson Senior 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnson Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Johnson Senior High School's student population of 1,097 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1897
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Johnson Senior 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 Johnson Senior High School is 0.65, 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
#1398 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
54%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Governors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Senior High School's ranking?
Johnson Senior High School is ranked #1398 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Johnson Senior High School often compared to?
Johnson Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Aerospace Upper, Farnsworth Aerospace Lower by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Johnson Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Johnson Senior High School?
1,097 students attend Johnson Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Johnson Senior High School students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson Senior High School?
Johnson Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Johnson Senior High School offer ?
Johnson Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Senior High School part of?
Johnson Senior High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnson Senior High School located?
Johnson Senior High School is located in the Payne Phalen neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in Payne Phalen.
School Reviews
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