WAYZATA HIGH

www.wayzata.k12.mn.us/whs

3,523 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Wayzata High School, located in Plymouth, Minnesota, is a prominent public secondary school serving the Wayzata Public Schools district. As one of the largest high schools in the state, it is widely recognized for its robust academic programs, consistently high standardized test scores, and commitment to preparing students for competitive post-secondary opportunities. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized electives, and career-readiness programs designed to challenge a diverse student body.

Beyond its academic rigor, Wayzata High School is well-known for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school hosts an extensive variety of athletics, fine arts programs, competitive clubs, and student organizations, all of which contribute to a highly active school community. With a focus on both individual student development and fostering a collaborative environment, the school maintains a strong reputation for excellence in the Twin Cities area and remains a flagship institution within its district.

3,523

Total Students

154.1

Full-Time Teachers

22.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WAYZATA HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	2,095
Hispanic	165
Black	283
Asian	779
Two or More	191
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	1

White
2,095 (59.5 %)
Asian
779 (22.1 %)
Black
283 (8.0 %)
Two or More
191 (5.4 %)
Hispanic
165 (4.7 %)
American Indian
9 (0.3 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.0 %)

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:	WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(763)745-6610
Website:	http://www.wayzata.k12.mn.us/whs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	3,523
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	154.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	493
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	127

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 868

Grade 10 926

Grade 11 819

Grade 12 910