JOHNSON SENIOR HIGH

www.spps.org

1,144 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Johnson Senior High School, located at 1349 Arcade Street in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a prominent member of the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) district. Serving the East Side of Saint Paul, the school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to preparing students for life after graduation through a comprehensive curriculum. As a large urban high school, it offers a wide range of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and various extracurricular activities, such as athletics, arts, and student organizations, designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience.

The school places a strong emphasis on community connection and academic excellence, striving to provide a supportive environment that addresses the unique needs of its diverse population. By prioritizing equity and student achievement, Johnson Senior High works to equip its graduates with the critical thinking, communication, and technical skills necessary for success in both higher education and the modern workforce. Through its partnership with the broader Saint Paul community and the SPPS district, the school remains a key institution for neighborhood development and student growth.

1,144

Total Students

60.1

Full-Time Teachers

19.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOHNSON SENIOR HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	72
Hispanic	127
Black	244
Asian	620
Two or More	74
American Indian	7

Asian
620 (54.2 %)
Black
244 (21.3 %)
Hispanic
127 (11.1 %)
Two or More
74 (6.5 %)
White
72 (6.3 %)
American Indian
7 (0.6 %)

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:	Saint Paul Public Schools
Phone:	(651)293-8890
Website:	http://www.spps.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,144
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	60.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	693
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	139

* 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 9 284

Grade 10 326

Grade 11 284

Grade 12 250