Minneapolis Academy & Career Center serves 62 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 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- 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 62 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is 0.60, which is more 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)
(16-17)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
60%
12%
White
16%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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?
62 students attend Minneapolis Academy & Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center students are Black, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
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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