Serving 51 students in grades 7-12, Choice Technical 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%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Choice Technical Academy's student population of 51 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Choice Technical 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 Choice Technical Academy is 0.47, 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.
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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Choice Technical Academy's ranking?
Choice Technical 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 Choice Technical Academy?
The graduation rate of Choice Technical Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Choice Technical Academy?
51 students attend Choice Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Choice Technical Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Choice Technical Academy offer ?
Choice Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Choice Technical Academy part of?
Choice Technical Academy is part of Technical Academies Of Minnesota School District.
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