Mayo Senior High

mhs.rochesterschools.org/

1,862 Students

High School 8th - 12th

School Overview

Mayo Senior High School, located in Rochester, Minnesota, is a prominent public secondary institution serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Rochester Public Schools district, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a diverse, inclusive learning environment. Mayo High offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust career and technical education programs, and extensive extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics to performing arts and various student-led clubs.

The school is deeply integrated into the Rochester community, often leveraging its proximity to world-class medical and research institutions to enhance student learning experiences. Mayo High emphasizes a culture of innovation and college readiness, aiming to prepare its student body for success in post-secondary education and the global workforce. With a focus on both character development and academic rigor, the school maintains a strong reputation for nurturing well-rounded individuals who are equipped to make positive contributions to their community.

1,862

Total Students

41.0

Full-Time Teachers

45.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

26.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mayo Senior High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,132
Hispanic	282
Black	178
Asian	137
Two or More	123
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	1

White
1,132 (60.8 %)
Hispanic
282 (15.1 %)
Black
178 (9.6 %)
Asian
137 (7.4 %)
Two or More
123 (6.6 %)
American Indian
9 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

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:	ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(507)328-5500
Website:	http://mhs.rochesterschools.org/
Grade Range:	8th - 12th
Total Students:	1,862
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	45.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	426
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	72

* 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 9 457

Grade 10 489

Grade 11 477

Grade 12 439