Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Wellstone International 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wellstone International High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Wellstone International 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 Wellstone International High School is 0.43, 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
#1309 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
74%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Wellstone International High School's ranking?
Wellstone International High School is ranked #1309 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wellstone International High School often compared to?
Wellstone International High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair High School, Henry High - Sws by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellstone International High School?
The graduation rate of Wellstone International High School is 6-9%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wellstone International High School?
141 students attend Wellstone International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Wellstone International High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellstone International High School?
Wellstone International High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wellstone International High School offer ?
Wellstone International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellstone International High School part of?
Wellstone International High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Wellstone International High School located?
Wellstone International High School is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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