Serving 12 students in grades 2-12, Juvenile Service Center 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 lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Juvenile Service Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Juvenile Service Center's student population of 12 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Juvenile Service Center is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
84%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
5%
7%
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 61% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Juvenile Service Center?
The graduation rate of Juvenile Service Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Juvenile Service Center?
12 students attend Juvenile Service Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Juvenile Service Center students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Juvenile Service Center?
Juvenile Service Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Juvenile Service Center offer ?
Juvenile Service Center offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is Juvenile Service Center part of?
Juvenile Service Center is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Juvenile Service Center located?
Juvenile Service Center is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown.
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