Branch Out Transitional Services serves 17 students in grades 12.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branch Out Transitional Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Branch Out Transitional Services's student population of 17 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Branch Out Transitional Services is 0.60, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
35%
11%
Black
6%
12%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Branch Out Transitional Services?
17 students attend Branch Out Transitional Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Branch Out Transitional Services students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Branch Out Transitional Services?
Branch Out Transitional Services has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Branch Out Transitional Services offer ?
Branch Out Transitional Services offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Branch Out Transitional Services part of?
Branch Out Transitional Services is part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District.
In what neighborhood is Branch Out Transitional Services located?
Branch Out Transitional Services is located in the Daytons Bluff neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 6 other public schools located in Daytons Bluff.
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