Serving 105 students in grades 9-12, Heritage Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Heritage Academy High School's student population of 105 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Academy High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Academy High School is 0.10, 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
#1572 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
95%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
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 is Heritage Academy High School's ranking?
Heritage Academy High School is ranked #1572 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage Academy High School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heritage Academy High School?
105 students attend Heritage Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Heritage Academy High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Academy High School?
Heritage Academy High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Academy High School offer ?
Heritage Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heritage Academy High School part of?
Heritage Academy High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Academy High School located?
Heritage Academy High School is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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