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Mankato Public School District

Mankato West Senior High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Blue Earth County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Mankato, MN
  • 170 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      A-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Mankato West Senior High School is a highly rated, public school located in Mankato, MN. It has 1,175 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. According to state test scores, 63% of students are at least proficient in math and 69% in reading.
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    (507) 387-3461
    1351 S Riverfront Dr
    Mankato, MN 56001
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    Mankato West Senior High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    69%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    63%
    Average Graduation Rate
    94%
    Average SAT
    1150
    10 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    223 responses
    AP Enrollment
    44%
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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
      B
    Median Household Income
    $45,035
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $821
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $165,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 41 responses
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    • Homecoming.
      32%
    • Sporting events
      24%
    • Graduation
      22%
    • Homecoming
      7%
    • Pep rallies
      7%
    • Spirit Week
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,175
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    26%
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.19 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.19 responses
    95%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.19 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    19:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $57,577
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    1.6%
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.31 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.31 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.31 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,859/ year
    National
    $12,239
    87%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.30 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.30 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.30 responses
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    I would like to see change in the way students treat each other. I know high school can be a sensitive time for everyone but no one should have to go to school everyday fearing their peers. My own personal experience with Mankato West was controversial to say the least. My junior year I ended up leaving West for a semester to switch to online school because the constant ridicule and social hierarchy was too much for me to handle. At Mankato West if you are an athlete you are at the top of the totem pole, constantly looking down on everyone else. This school also has a big problem with classism. If your a student who doesn't come from a wealthy, two-parent home you will face judgment.
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    All the teachers are extremely helpful. They truly live their jobs and are willing to do anything to have their students succeed. There are countless activities and clubs to be a part of for a huge variety of interests. You can even create your own club as long as you have a teacher to supervise it. Mankato West has a variety of classes, many of which will prepare you for your future job. There is also plenty of ways to gain college credit whether it is AP, PLTW, or PSEO classes. Mankato West is a great place to attend school!
    I enjoyed a majority of my teachers and I liked the variety of classes that West has to offer. I wish there were more language opportunities. Currently we only have 2 in school languages, Spanish and German. I wanted to take more French, but they quit the class and I didn't feel like an online class would fit. I wanted to take at least three years of a foreign language but it wasnt available to me. The school itself isn't very diverse but and I know my classes are very limited with diversity.