Simley High School is a public high school in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, United States. The school opened in 1960 with a graduating class of 19 students. The school, in 2022, has approximately 1,200 students enrolled in grades 9–12. Gerald Sakala is the principal.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
199 Online High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (24-25)
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Asian
(24-25)3%
7%
Hispanic
(24-25)43%
12%
Black
(24-25)6%
12%
White
(24-25)34%
60%
Two or more races
(24-25)14%
7%
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
54%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (24-25)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of 199 Online High School?
The graduation rate of 199 Online High School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend 199 Online High School?
35 students attend 199 Online High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of 199 Online High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does 199 Online High School offer ?
199 Online High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is 199 Online High School part of?
199 Online High School is part of Inver Grove Heights Schools.
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