Serving 14 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cards Program ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cards Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cards Program's student population of 14 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cards Program is 0.00, which is less 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)
(16-17)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Cards Program?
14 students attend Cards Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cards Program students are White.
What grades does Cards Program offer ?
Cards Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Cards Program part of?
Cards Program is part of Southern Mn Education Consortium School District.
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