School of Environmental Studies

School of Environmental Studies

Public High School | Grade 11-12
12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd,  Apple Valley, MN
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Independent School District No. 196
4.6
5.0
358 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Lauren Trainer
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1370
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.31
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.31
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1370
Math
690
Verbal
670
Average ACT
26
Math
24
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
57.7%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
32.1%
State Average
31.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
339:1

Student Diversity

Female
60.8%
Male
39.2%
White
74.4%
Two or more races
10.4%
Hispanic
10.1%
Black
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#2 Best Magnet HS in Minnesota
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 123 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 70 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 56 Students
Winona State University 55 Students
University of Wisconsin - River Falls 38 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 37 Students
Hamline University 36 Students
Normandale Community College 33 Students
Macalester College 30 Students
Inver Hills Community College 30 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Environmental Science 73 Students
Biology 69 Students
Psychology 33 Students
Nursing 28 Students
Zoology and Entomology 26 Students
Marine Biology and Oceanography 25 Students
Business 23 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 19 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 17 Students
Arts 16 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 117 Reviews
5.0 Senior
12/27/2024
As a senior attending the school, the school has been amazing overall, with many others attending the school saying the same. My favorite part about the school is the teachers, who are passionate about the topics they teach and care about their students.
5.0 Senior
9/12/2024
Great school! For those interested in environmental studies. Has good college readiness opportunities and sets students up to succeed.
4.0 Senior
9/1/2024
I enjoy how the school is set up. I helps me by providing an atmosphere I am able to learn in. I also get to connect with others and help the planet while doing so. I've enjoyed the environment based learning I've been doing. Since going to SES, I have overcame my fear of small bird and now I enjoy watching them. I've discovered new ways to connect with nature around me. I've deeped my intrests and built up the ones I already have.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/30/2014
This school is amazing! I have loved the time that my son has spent here and so proud of him for making the decision to attend. It has helped him in communication skills, leadership, personal goal setting, and understanding himself and community in a way that he would never have anywhere else. Thank...
5.0 parent
6/18/2014
This school is amazing, a dream come true. My teen went to Eagan high school and sad the teachers were burned out, the students didn't care, and it felt like a prison. Now she likes school and has interesting and inspired friends. The teachers are fantastic! Go see for yourself. It's a life changer.
5.0 parent
6/16/2014
I had three girls go through this school and the inductive learning environment is unique and a powerful lifelong experience that will put them ahead of those who have only read about what they did.
5.0 parent
4/2/2014
We can't rave enough about SES. This school rocks! Our daughter joined this year and is immersed in an amazing learning environment. Don't be fooled by the name - yes, the curriculum does weave in environmental themes, but there's a heavy, heavy focus on academics, science, math, the arts, as well a...

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School of Environmental Studies is a public school for students in grades 11-12 in Apple Valley, MN and is served by the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Independent School District No. 196 in Minnesota. The school has a total enrollment of 358 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math. School of Environmental Studies has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.31, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1370 and an ACT score of 26. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eastview Senior High School, Lebanon Education Center, FIT Academy Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Apple Valley has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near School of Environmental Studies.

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