Serving 631 students in grades 9-12, Hiawatha Collegiate 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha Collegiate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hiawatha Collegiate High School's student population of 631 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hiawatha Collegiate 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 Hiawatha Collegiate High School is 0.22, 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
#1734 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
88%
11%
Black
9%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha Collegiate High School's ranking?
Hiawatha Collegiate High School is ranked #1734 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hiawatha Collegiate High School?
The graduation rate of Hiawatha Collegiate High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hiawatha Collegiate High School?
631 students attend Hiawatha Collegiate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hiawatha Collegiate High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiawatha Collegiate High School?
Hiawatha Collegiate High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hiawatha Collegiate High School offer ?
Hiawatha Collegiate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hiawatha Collegiate High School part of?
Hiawatha Collegiate High School is part of Hiawatha Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiawatha Collegiate High School located?
Hiawatha Collegiate High School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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