Serving 190 students in grades 9-12, Harbor City International Charter ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor City International Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harbor City International Charter's student population of 190 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harbor City International Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor City International Charter is 0.32, 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
#458 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor City International Charter's ranking?
Harbor City International Charter is ranked #458 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harbor City International Charter?
The graduation rate of Harbor City International Charter is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harbor City International Charter?
190 students attend Harbor City International Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harbor City International Charter students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor City International Charter?
Harbor City International Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harbor City International Charter offer ?
Harbor City International Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Harbor City International Charter part of?
Harbor City International Charter is part of Harbor City International Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Harbor City International Charter located?
Harbor City International Charter is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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