Downtown Campus serves 51 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Downtown Campus's student population of 51 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Downtown Campus is 0.43, 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)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
74%
12%
White
2%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
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 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downtown Campus?
The graduation rate of Downtown Campus is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Downtown Campus?
51 students attend Downtown Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Downtown Campus students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downtown Campus?
Downtown Campus has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Downtown Campus offer ?
Downtown Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Downtown Campus part of?
Downtown Campus is part of Minnesota Internship Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Campus located?
Downtown Campus is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Central Minneapolis.
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