Access serves 6 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Access ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Access's student population of 6 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Access is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)20-24%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)50-59%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
33%
11%
Black
17%
12%
White
33%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Access often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Access?
The graduation rate of Access is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Access?
6 students attend Access.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Access students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, and 17% of students are Black.
What grades does Access offer ?
Access offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Access part of?
Access is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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