Hastings High School is one of the oldest operating public high schools in the U.S. state of Minnesota. It is in Hastings, and is part of Independent School District 200.
Serving 1,390 students in grades 9-12, Hastings High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hastings High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hastings High School's student population of 1,390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1866
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hastings High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hastings High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hastings High School's ranking?
Hastings High School is ranked #514 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hastings High School often compared to?
Hastings High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemount Senior High School, Two Rivers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hastings High School?
The graduation rate of Hastings High School is 93%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hastings High School?
1,390 students attend Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hastings High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hastings High School?
Hastings High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hastings High School offer ?
Hastings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hastings High School part of?
Hastings High School is part of Hastings 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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