WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL

WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL school district, located in RICHFIELD, MN with about 54 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL, located in Richfield, Minnesota, is a public charter school designed to provide a personalized, student-centered learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to meet students where they are academically and emotionally. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere, Watershed focuses on fostering strong relationships between students and staff, which helps create a safe space for those who may have struggled in traditional, large-scale high school settings.

The school’s curriculum is built around the philosophy of experiential and project-based learning, encouraging students to take an active role in their educational journey. Watershed places a significant emphasis on developing critical life skills, self-advocacy, and social-emotional growth alongside standard academic requirements. By prioritizing a flexible and responsive educational model, the school strives to ensure that each student graduates with the confidence and readiness needed for post-secondary success, whether that leads to further education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

For more information, contact WATERSHED HIGH SCHOOL at (612) 871-4363 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.