Serving 152 students in grades 7-12, Gordon Parks High School 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 <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 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Parks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gordon Parks High School's student population of 152 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gordon Parks High School is 0.73, 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)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
43%
12%
White
6%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Parks High School?
The graduation rate of Gordon Parks High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gordon Parks High School?
152 students attend Gordon Parks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gordon Parks High School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gordon Parks High School?
Gordon Parks High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gordon Parks High School offer ?
Gordon Parks High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Gordon Parks High School part of?
Gordon Parks High School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Gordon Parks High School located?
Gordon Parks High School is located in the Union Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Union Park.
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