2022 Best Schools Offering AP Courses in the Rochester, MN Area

Mayo Senior High School

• Rochester Public School District, MN
• 8-12
• Rating 3.86 out of 5  248 reviews

Senior: It is generally accepted among the Rochester community that Mayo is the best of the three RPS high schools. School spirit is BIG, and everybody (even staff) goes all out during spirit weeks and at school events. There are many opportunities to get involved inside the school and out, and it is fairly easy to find a club you like or start your own. The variety of the courses offered is alright; there are many science and math classes for those interested in STEM, but not a ton for those wanting to pursue fields in the social sciences outside of those required to graduate. Some of the teachers I've had I know will have an impact on me for the rest of my life, especially those teaching social studies and English! The parking lot could definitely use some renovation, and if you don't park directly next to one of the two exits, you'll be stuck in the lot for 15+ min at the end of the day. Overall, though, I've loved my time here and would recommend...Read 248 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,843 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Century Senior High School

• Rochester Public School District, MN
• 8-12
• Rating 3.86 out of 5  220 reviews

Alum: One thing I liked the most about Century was the Academic support from other teachers and colleagues outside of class. It has a very welcoming environment. And also, being in a sports was very beneficial because teammates encouraged each other instead of trying to compete against each other. I personally has a very good experience at Century so there isn't really anything that I think needs a major change. Loved my experience!...Read 220 Reviews

• grade A

• 1,557 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Charles Secondary School

• St. Charles Public School District, MN
• 7-12
• Rating 3.54 out of 5  41 reviews

Senior: St. Charles Secondary School in St. Charles, MN is a very good school. Teachers are great people and they want to see students succeed. They handled the pandemic great and according to guidelines. The school is fun, inclusive, and they strive to help you out so you can succeed. I wish they had more clubs to participate in since I am not that into sports. There isn't a lot of diversity but that might be a factor for being in a small town...Read 41 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 461 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kasson-Mantorville Senior High School

• Kasson-Mantorville School District, MN
• 9-12
• Rating 3.92 out of 5  109 reviews

Alum: The music and arts/theater programs at KM high school were well-funded and greatly supported by the community. As well as our sports and academic teams. Most teachers here were the best I've ever worked with and they always treated us with respect. Our science, arts, math, and language programs were above and beyond those of the other schools in the surrounding area. The choir program has been going downhill there for the past few years, but the band program is amazing and growing with every graduating class of kids! Overall, I enjoyed my time at KM. It's not the most ethnically diverse school. Even so, I felt as if EVERYONE was treated the same and with great respect...Read 109 Reviews

• grade B+

• 674 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

John Marshall Senior High School

• Rochester Public School District, MN
• 8-12
• Rating 3.77 out of 5  230 reviews

Senior: One of the best tips I can offer for physical distancing is to take some time to show yourself love. I know that sometimes we can all get so caught up in helping others that we may forget to take time for ourselves. The need for physical distancing and self care is evident in all of our lives, so why not combine the two. Give yourself an evening of pampering to reflect on your beauty and take some time to work on your self confidence. Be ready to enter society with a deeper appreciation of YOU!...Read 230 Reviews

• grade B

• 1,725 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plainview-Elgin-Millville High School

• Plainview-Elgin-Millville (PEM) Community Schools, MN
• 9-12
• Rating 3.87 out of 5  84 reviews

Senior: I loved my teachers at PEM they were always there for me when I needed them and always gave me good advice. Another thing I liked was the class size, my class is just over one hundred students. This made it supper easy to know everyone and have multiple friends! Their isn’t anything I would change about my high school!...Read 84 Reviews

• grade B

• 456 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chatfield Secondary School

• Chatfield Public Schools, MN
• 7-12
• Rating 3.19 out of 5  36 reviews

Senior: For being in a town of under 3,000, Chatfield has been a great high school. There are some really great teachers here, even if not all are great. The teachers really enjoy teaching and it shows. Lots of clubs to get involved in and good coaches for the sports. It is really easy to get involved in many different clubs and sports due to the small size. School workload is perfect. There is a good amount of homework, but not a ridiculous amount. Lunches are not great, but also not terrible. I have not noticed any serious bullying going on. I've always felt safe. The school's always locked and it actually becomes a nuisance, which is not a bad problem. Lots of different class options from automotive literature to production engineering...Read 36 Reviews

• grade B

• 404 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Stewartville Senior High School

• Stewartville Public School District, MN
• 9-12
• Rating 3.47 out of 5  105 reviews

Senior: I absolutely loved my experience at Stewartville High School! I moved to Stewartville when I was 10 years old, I was very scared to go to such a small school. Everyone has known each other for their entire lives. On the first day of school I realized that I fit right in. Everyone was so nice and accepting of the new kid. The teachers are all fantastic, and obviously enjoy teaching. The teachers in the district are there for you when you need anything whether it's about academics or life. The community in Stewartville is very lovely. The town comes together on many occasions, these occasions can be something as simple as a sporting event or a big as a holiday...Read 105 Reviews

• grade B

• 600 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Zumbrota-Mazeppa Senior High School

• Zumbrota-Mazeppa School District, MN
• 9-12
• Rating 3.63 out of 5  62 reviews

Senior: Zumbrota-Mazeppa Senior High offers an astoundingly diverse range of subjects for its size. My graduating class is less than 90 students yet extracurricular include track, football, softball, wrestling, FFA, NHS, Students Against Destructive Decisions, competitive theater, choral, and band groups. Classes are in diverse fields, especially in language arts, and I have been encouraged to augment my education through online credits that are added to my transcript. Counselors are responsive to requests for aid, and have assisted me in large quantities of short notice scholarship paperwork quickly and efficiently on multiple occasions...Read 62 Reviews

• grade B

• 360 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Grand Meadow Elementary School

• Grand Meadow Public School District, MN
• PK, K-4

• grade B

• 164 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dover-Eyota High School

• Dover-Eyota Public School District, MN
• 9-12
• Rating 3.61 out of 5  23 reviews

Senior: This school has very good focus on both acedemics and student club involvment. Teachers here care about what the students are learning and how it will be used in their everyday lives.Read 23 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 339 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Goodhue Secondary School

• Goodhue Public School District, MN
• 7-12
• Rating 4.13 out of 5  16 reviews

Senior: I have had a successful high school career at Goodhue. I have attended Goodhue since kindergarten. What I love about the school is the small class sizes and the close knit feel between students and the community. The support that the community has for the school in academics and athletics is outstanding, and leads to many students to success in these areas. What I would like to see more from Goodhue is more opportunities for students to take weighted classes or college courses...Read 16 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 321 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio