WASHINGTON TECH SECONDARY MAGNET

www.spps.org

1,766 Students

High School 6th - 12th

School Overview

Washington Technology Secondary Magnet, located on Rice Street in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a prominent 6-12 school within the Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) district. It is widely recognized for its diverse student body and its commitment to providing a rigorous academic environment that blends traditional core curriculum with specialized pathways. The school’s magnet status allows it to attract students from across the district, fostering a vibrant, multicultural community that emphasizes equity, inclusivity, and preparing students for life after graduation.

The school is particularly noted for its strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), while also offering a comprehensive array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and various student organizations. By leveraging its unique magnet designation, Washington Technology Secondary prioritizes innovation and student engagement, aiming to equip learners with the critical thinking skills necessary for success in both higher education and the modern workforce. Through its structured academic support and a dedicated focus on college and career readiness, the school serves as a central hub for student development in the Saint Paul area.

1,766

Total Students

96.7

Full-Time Teachers

18.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

48.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WASHINGTON TECH SECONDARY MAGNET
Demographic	Student Count
White	79
Hispanic	259
Black	442
Asian	900
Two or More	73
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	2

Asian
900 (51.0 %)
Black
442 (25.0 %)
Hispanic
259 (14.7 %)
White
79 (4.5 %)
Two or More
73 (4.1 %)
American Indian
11 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (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:	Saint Paul Public Schools
Phone:	(651)293-8830
Website:	http://www.spps.org
Grade Range:	6th - 12th
Total Students:	1,766
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	96.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	771
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	91

* 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 6 230

Grade 7 262

Grade 8 269

Grade 9 281

Grade 10 264

Grade 11 250

Grade 12 210