Graduation Rates Are On The Rise
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Graduation Rates Are On The Rise
Graduation Rates Are On The Rise
Graduation rates are on the rise in Stillwater Area Public Schools—great news for our students and families. The district’s overall graduation rate reached 95% in 2025, up from 93.49% last year. Stillwater Area High School also saw an increase to 96%.
The biggest gain came at our Area Learning Center, where the graduation rate jumped nearly 11 percentage points to 79%, reflecting the impact of personalized support for students.
This progress aligns with positive trends across Minnesota, where the Class of 2025 reached a record-high graduation rate of 84.9%. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student success.
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Congrats to the class of 2026. This post will review important dates, fees and review expectations for graduates and families during commencement.
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As we look ahead to the 2026–27 school year, Stillwater Area Public Schools is making changes in school leadership to continue building strong and supportive environments for students.
Graduation rates are on the rise in Stillwater Area Public Schools—great news for our students and families. The district’s overall graduation rate reached 95% in 2025, up from 93.49% last year. Stillwater Area High School also saw an increase to 96%.
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We’re excited to launch Cur8, our new online ticketing platform that makes it easier than ever to purchase seats for high school events.
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Check out these tips from sleep experts on how you can help you children (and family) adjust to new school schedules this fall.
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We have several updates regarding bus transportation.
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Welcome to the 2025-26 school year. Check out helpful resources to ensure that you and your child are ready for the first day of school.