East High School is a public secondary school in Duluth, Minnesota, United States. It educates students in grades nine through twelve. It first opened its doors in 1927 as a junior high school. In 1950, it became a senior high school to serve the growing student population.
Serving 1,495 students in grades 9-12, East 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East 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
East High School's student population of 1,495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #521 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denfeld High School, Hermantown Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend East High School?
1,495 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is East High School located?
East High School is located in the Congdon Park neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Congdon Park.
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