Wellstone International High - Sws serves 40 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
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)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellstone International High - Sws ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wellstone International High - Sws's student population of 40 students has grown by 135% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wellstone International High - Sws is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
57%
12%
Black
35%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)40-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 the graduation rate of Wellstone International High - Sws?
The graduation rate of Wellstone International High - Sws is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Wellstone International High - Sws?
40 students attend Wellstone International High - Sws.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wellstone International High - Sws students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Wellstone International High - Sws offer ?
Wellstone International High - Sws offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellstone International High - Sws part of?
Wellstone International High - Sws is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Wellstone International High - Sws located?
Wellstone International High - Sws is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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