Serving 31 students in grades 8-12, Compass Learning Center 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 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compass Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Compass Learning Center's student population of 31 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Compass Learning Center 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 Compass Learning Center is 0.33, 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)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compass Learning Center's ranking?
Compass Learning Center 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 Compass Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Compass Learning Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Compass Learning Center?
31 students attend Compass Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Compass Learning Center students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Compass Learning Center?
Compass Learning Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Compass Learning Center offer ?
Compass Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Compass Learning Center part of?
Compass Learning Center is part of New Prague Area Schools School District.
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