Serving 15 students in grades 4-12, Arrowhead Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arrowhead Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arrowhead Academy's student population of 15 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arrowhead Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arrowhead Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrowhead Academy's ranking?
Arrowhead Academy is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arrowhead Academy?
The graduation rate of Arrowhead Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Arrowhead Academy?
15 students attend Arrowhead Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Arrowhead Academy students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arrowhead Academy?
Arrowhead Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arrowhead Academy offer ?
Arrowhead Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Arrowhead Academy part of?
Arrowhead Academy is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Arrowhead Academy located?
Arrowhead Academy is located in the Duluth Heights neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Duluth Heights.
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