Serving 718 students in grades 9-12, Zimmerman 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 35-39% (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 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zimmerman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Zimmerman High School's student population of 718 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Zimmerman 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 Zimmerman High School is 0.21, 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
#767 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Zimmerman High School's ranking?
Zimmerman High School is ranked #767 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Zimmerman High School often compared to?
Zimmerman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Lake Senior High School, Elk River Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Zimmerman High School?
The graduation rate of Zimmerman High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Zimmerman High School?
718 students attend Zimmerman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Zimmerman High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zimmerman High School?
Zimmerman High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zimmerman High School offer ?
Zimmerman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zimmerman High School part of?
Zimmerman High School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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