Chaska Senior High School is a public high school located in Chaska, Minnesota, United States, a southwestern suburb of the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. CHS is a 9–12 grade school that is attended by more than 1,500 students. The school mascot is the "Hawk," with the school colors being purple and gold.
Serving 1,495 students in grades 9-12, Chaska High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaska High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chaska High School's student population of 1,495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Exceptional Personalized Learning
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Chaska High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaska High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Eastern Carver County Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaska High School's ranking?
Chaska High School is ranked #600 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chaska High School often compared to?
Chaska High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chanhassen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaska High School?
The graduation rate of Chaska High School is 96%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Chaska High School?
1,495 students attend Chaska High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Chaska High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chaska High School?
Chaska High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chaska High School offer ?
Chaska High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaska High School part of?
Chaska High School is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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