MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL
947 Students
High School 8th - 12th
School Overview
Mound Westonka High School (MWHS), located in Minnetrista, Minnesota, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Westonka Public Schools district. Situated in a picturesque area near Lake Minnetonka, the school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that prioritizes both academic rigor and student well-being. The school typically serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and opportunities for concurrent enrollment through partnerships with local colleges.
Beyond academics, MWHS places a strong emphasis on the "White Hawks" spirit, maintaining an active culture of extracurricular involvement. Students are encouraged to participate in a diverse range of athletic programs, fine arts, and student-led clubs, which are central to the school's mission of developing well-rounded citizens. The institution is widely recognized for its commitment to personalized learning and small class sizes, which allows faculty to provide targeted support to students as they prepare for post-secondary education and career success.
Beyond academics, MWHS places a strong emphasis on the "White Hawks" spirit, maintaining an active culture of extracurricular involvement. Students are encouraged to participate in a diverse range of athletic programs, fine arts, and student-led clubs, which are central to the school's mission of developing well-rounded citizens. The institution is widely recognized for its commitment to personalized learning and small class sizes, which allows faculty to provide targeted support to students as they prepare for post-secondary education and career success.
947
Total Students
53.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 809 |
| Hispanic | 56 |
| Black | 16 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 55 |
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White809 (85.4 %)
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Hispanic56 (5.9 %)
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Two or More55 (5.8 %)
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Black16 (1.7 %)
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Asian11 (1.2 %)
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: | WESTONKA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT |
| Phone: | (952)491-8100 |
| Website: | http://www.westonka.k12.mn.us |
| Grade Range: | 8th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 947 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 53.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 127 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 32 |
Grades Taught
Grade 8
164
Grade 9
196
Grade 10
179
Grade 11
194
Grade 12
214
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | 164 |
| Grade 9 | 196 |
| Grade 10 | 179 |
| Grade 11 | 194 |
| Grade 12 | 214 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 475 | 50.2% |
| Male | 472 | 49.8% |
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