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School Hours: 8:30 a.m.-3:06 p.m. | Phone: 651-425-2300
Welcome to East Ridge High School
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East Ridge High School, located in Woodbury, Minnesota, serves over 2,000 students in grades 9-12 and is part of SoWashCo Schools. Our school offers a comprehensive curriculum with opportunities for students to take Advanced Placement and college-level coursework through the University of Minnesota. Students can also explore biomedical sciences and engineering within our Project Lead the Way course offerings.
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Join SoWashCo Schools for a free, family-friendly event celebrating the vibrant cultures that make up our school communities!
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The South Washington County Thunderbolts Adapted Floor Hockey Team placed third at the State Tournament.
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On Thursday, April 3, SoWashCo Schools students and staff are encouraged to wear Twins shirts or Twins colors to school to celebrate the 2025 home opener.
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SoWashCo Schools has donated more than 10,000 pounds of food to the local food shelf, Basic Needs, since the beginning of the school year.
It’s all part of the Food Rescue Program, a partnership between SoWashCo Schools and Basic Needs.
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The ACT (American College Testing) will be administered to all students in grade 11 and registered 12th graders on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. This test is offered at no cost to families.
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On Thursday, Feb. 13, SoWashCo Schools hosted its first Indigenous Storytelling event.
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Students in grades 3-8, 10 and 11 will participate in MCAs beginning April 1
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Our three comprehensive high schools will each have extensive projects taking place in each building over the next two years.
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SoWashCo Schools has six talented educators who were nominated to be Education Minnesota’s 61st Teacher of the Year.
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SoWashCo Schools' Indigenous Education invites you to join us for the upcoming Winter Storytelling Event hosted at East Ridge High School on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 6-8 p.m.
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The Triple “A” Award is a Minnesota State High School League Award that recognizes seniors excelling in academics, arts and athletics. Teachers, coaches, directors and advisors nominate students.
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Join the Office of Higher Education for a zoom session created specifically for students and families to help them prepare for the financial aid process.
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SoWashCo Schools AVID and Kids Club students raised $5,000 to provide healthy snacks to students in need.
Thank you to those who donated!
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A message from Supt. Julie Nielsen.
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The Loft Stage at East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129, USA
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The Loft Stage at East Ridge High School, 4200 Pioneer Dr, Woodbury, MN 55129, USA
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