Exploration High School serves 74 students in grades 9-11.
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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 9-11
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exploration High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Exploration High School's student population of 74 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-11
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Exploration High School is 0.74, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
25%
12%
White
39%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Exploration High School?
74 students attend Exploration High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Exploration High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Exploration High School?
Exploration High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Exploration High School offer ?
Exploration High School offers enrollment in grades 9-11
What school district is Exploration High School part of?
Exploration High School is part of Exploration High School District.
In what neighborhood is Exploration High School located?
Exploration High School is located in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Minneapolis.
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