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Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Independent School District No. 196

Apple Valley Senior High School

#31 in Best Public High Schools in Minnesota
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 201 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Apple Valley Senior High School is a highly rated, public school located in Apple Valley, MN. It has 1,628 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. According to state test scores, 56% of students are at least proficient in math and 59% in reading.
    Address
    14450 Hayes Rd
    Apple Valley, MN 55124
    Telephone
    (952) 431-8200
    Website
    district196.org
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    Apple Valley Senior High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    59%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    56%
    Average Graduation Rate
    88%
    Average SAT
    1260
    18 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    205 responses
    AP Enrollment
    26%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A-
    Median Household Income
    $85,181
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,232
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $230,900
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    95%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.20 responses
    Poll
    85%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.20 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 76 responses
    Report
    • Football games
      16%
    • Pep fests
      16%
    • Broadway shows
      14%
    • Beating eastview
      13%
    • Basketball games
      11%
    • Plays
      8%
    • Blood drive
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,628
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    36%
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.24 responses
    63%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.24 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    19:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $74,025
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.1%
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.24 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.24 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.24 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $12,809/ year
    National
    $12,239
    84%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.32 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.32 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.32 responses
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    There are many things I like about Apple Valley Senior High School. The majority of the teacher are very good at there jobs and explain lessons in a way that high schoolers can understand. I believe that high school is supposed to prepare you for college. Apple Valley does a great job of that. For example, I took the mentor field class which is a class where students are able to explore possible careers of interest. This class was very similar to a college class. We meet as a class every Monday. This class helped me grow and get a taste of a college curriculum. However, there are some areas that the school could improve on. One area is the English department. Students are struggling with spelling and grammar but teachers are doing a poor job of explaining it.
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    It was an overall excellent school. I had a great experience there. From the administration to teacher, they were all involved in the lives of the students. I felt very safe there. Even if students had altercations it was handled in a very proper manner. The education was very excellent, they had proper resources for us to use, and even if we had difficulties learning they implemented effective methods so that we can reach our overall goals. I recommend this school to many students. It has prepared me for college, and shaped me as well. I am able to retain knowledge on a higher level and give off that knowledge to others as well.
    My experience at Apple Valley High School has been great. I love my teachers and how they put effort into their jobs. I feel very close with some of my teachers and feel safe in their classrooms. They are currently reconstructing the front entrance and will keep expanding their renovations through these next few years. We are a STEM school, which is great for future access to people and experience. Our schools' wrestling and basketball teams are incredible. I've loved all the extracurricular activities I've been in which include, mock trial, softball, Women's Choir, Varsity Edition Choir, Jazz singers, R&B Band, Broadway singers, Musical theater, and Volleyball. It is a great place to learn and grow.