Apple Valley Senior High School

Apple Valley Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
14450 Hayes Rd,  Apple Valley, MN
Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Independent School District No. 196
4.0
3.8
1,919 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Michael Bolsoni
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
89%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
114
Full Time Teachers
114
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
65.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
42.6%
State Average
31.9%
Science
35.2%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
448:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.9%
Female
48.1%
White
38.9%
Black
26%
Hispanic
21.4%
Two or more races
8.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.8%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#22 Most Diverse Public HS in Minnesota
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 510 Students
University of St. Thomas - Minnesota 227 Students
Minnesota State University, Mankato 176 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 161 Students
University of Minnesota Duluth 154 Students
Winona State University 147 Students
St. Olaf College 103 Students
Augsburg University 102 Students
North Dakota State University 98 Students
Hamline University 93 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 144 Students
Business 131 Students
Nursing 106 Students
Computer Science 93 Students
Biology 91 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 57 Students
Marketing 48 Students
Finance 44 Students
Pre-Law Studies 40 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 39 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 249 Reviews
4.0 Junior
3/30/2025
Well, I've been at the school for 3 years now. I think that everyone is really friendly and there to help you if you need anything whether it's about school or outside of school. I've found it really easy to make friends at this school. Everyone is friendly. If i had to choose something to change would be either the food they serve and maybe a renovation of an old bathroom.
3.0 Senior
2/15/2025
Overall, it's a great school but could use more effort. The food is really downhill and the discipline there doesn't make sense.
3.0 Alum
8/7/2024
I would like to see more funding in sports and clubs at Apple Valley Senior High School. I would also like to see more funding for staff and teachers.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 5 Reviews
5.0 student
12/6/2019
My experience at AVHS has been very good and I have always felt supported by students and staff throughout my journey.
3.0 other
5/24/2017
I had a good few years at AVHS however, they do not adapt well to all learning types.
5.0 student
11/6/2011
Teachers are awsome, Great wrestling program, Speech and Debate teams are amazing, Mock trial #1 in State! This school is the best school for learning and it continues to prepare me for collage. Last year I took APUSH and I realy think that it was a great class, not because I didn't do so great but...
5.0 student
8/10/2011
Apple Valley is a great school all the teachers are very positive and seem to care a bout you and your education they all know what your best is and they want you to strive for no less then your best.

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Apple Valley Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 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 1,919 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Apple Valley Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 89%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $450,502. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eastview Senior High School, Lebanon Education Center, Options, and more. Learn more about what Apple Valley has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Apple Valley Senior High School.

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