Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Loring-nicollet 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 59%).
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loring-nicollet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Loring-nicollet High School's student population of 55 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Loring-nicollet High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
7%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
36%
12%
Black
25%
12%
White
22%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loring-nicollet High School?
The graduation rate of Loring-nicollet High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Loring-nicollet High School?
55 students attend Loring-nicollet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Loring-nicollet High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Loring-nicollet High School offer ?
Loring-nicollet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Loring-nicollet High School part of?
Loring-nicollet High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Loring-nicollet High School located?
Loring-nicollet High School is located in the Ventura Village neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Ventura Village.
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