Minneapolis Academy & Career Center serves 63 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority 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: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center's student population of 63 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is 0.52, which is less 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)
(16-17)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
68%
12%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 is the graduation rate of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
The graduation rate of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
63 students attend Minneapolis Academy & Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minneapolis Academy & Career Center offer ?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Minneapolis Academy & Career Center part of?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Minneapolis Academy & Career Center located?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is located in the Jordan neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Jordan.
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