Wayzata Transition School serves 36 students in grades 12.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayzata Transition School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wayzata Transition School's student population of 36 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wayzata Transition School is 0.43, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wayzata Transition School?
36 students attend Wayzata Transition School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wayzata Transition School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayzata Transition School?
Wayzata Transition School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayzata Transition School offer ?
Wayzata Transition School offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayzata Transition School part of?
Wayzata Transition School is part of Wayzata 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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