Serving 39 students in grades 6-8, East Middle Alternative (Emap) 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Middle Alternative (Emap) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Middle Alternative (Emap)'s student population of 39 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Middle Alternative (Emap) is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
11%
Black
44%
12%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend East Middle Alternative (Emap)?
39 students attend East Middle Alternative (Emap).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Middle Alternative (Emap) students are Black, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Middle Alternative (Emap) offer ?
East Middle Alternative (Emap) offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Middle Alternative (Emap) part of?
East Middle Alternative (Emap) is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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