ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the Elk River Public School District school district, located in ELK RIVER, MN with about 1,694 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 75 teachers, ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH School, located in Elk River, Minnesota, serves as a cornerstone of the Elk River Area School District (ISD 728). As a large public secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, offering a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment programs for college credit, and a variety of career and technical education pathways to help students develop specialized skills.

Beyond the classroom, ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through an extensive array of extracurricular activities. The school hosts numerous MSHSL-sanctioned athletic teams, competitive arts programs, and a wide variety of student-led clubs and organizations. This focus on "the whole student" aims to foster leadership, community engagement, and school spirit. With its long-standing presence in the community, the school serves as a central hub for student life in the region, focusing on creating an inclusive environment that supports diverse learning styles and individual student goals.

For more information, contact ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH at (763) 241-3434 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.