Woodbury High School, formerly Woodbury Senior High, is a high school serving grades 9–12 in Woodbury, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the South Washington County Schools. The school's mascot is 'Roar the Lion' and the school colors are blue and white.
Serving 1,948 students in grades 9-12, Woodbury High School ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Woodbury High School's student population of 1,948 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Rankings
Woodbury High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodbury High School is 0.63, 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
#548 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
57%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Royals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodbury High School's ranking?
Woodbury High School is ranked #548 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Woodbury High School often compared to?
Woodbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodbury High School?
The graduation rate of Woodbury High School is 94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Woodbury High School?
1,948 students attend Woodbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Woodbury High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodbury High School?
Woodbury High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodbury High School offer ?
Woodbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodbury High School part of?
Woodbury High School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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