School Overview
Washburn Senior High School, located in the Fulton neighborhood of South Minneapolis, is a historic public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12 within the Minneapolis Public Schools district. Established in 1925, the school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and long-standing academic traditions. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, providing students with diverse opportunities for college and career preparation.

Beyond academics, Washburn is widely recognized for its vibrant extracurricular culture, boasting a strong reputation in athletics, performing arts, and student-led organizations. The school's "Millers" mascot and deep-rooted neighborhood ties contribute to a high level of school spirit and community involvement. With a focus on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, Washburn aims to balance high academic expectations with the social-emotional growth of its students, preparing them to be engaged and responsible citizens in an increasingly globalized society.
1,521
Total Students
85.2
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washburn High
Demographic Student Count
White805
Hispanic368
Black229
Asian38
Two or More66
American Indian13
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    805 (52.9%)
  • Hispanic
    368 (24.2%)
  • Black
    229 (15.1%)
  • Two or More
    66 (4.3%)
  • Asian
    38 (2.5%)
  • American Indian
    13 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Minneapolis Public School District
Phone: (612)668-3400
Website: http://washburn.mpls.k12.mn.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,521
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 85.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 501
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 82
Grades Taught
Grade 9 364
Grade 10 397
Grade 11 401
Grade 12 359

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Washburn High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9364
Grade 10397
Grade 11401
Grade 12359
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Washburn High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female74949.2%
Male77250.8%
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