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.
1,582
Total Students
58.2
Full-Time Teachers
27.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washburn High
Demographic Student Count
White920
Hispanic291
Black266
Asian50
Two or More40
American Indian15
  • White
    920 (58.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    291 (18.4 %)
  • Black
    266 (16.8 %)
  • Asian
    50 (3.2 %)
  • Two or More
    40 (2.5 %)
  • American Indian
    15 (0.9 %)
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: 1,582
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 27.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 501
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 82
Grades Taught
Grade 9 386
Grade 10 375
Grade 11 432
Grade 12 389

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Washburn High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9386
Grade 10375
Grade 11432
Grade 12389
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Washburn High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female77448.9%
Male80851.1%
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