Serving 87 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School's student population of 87 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary 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 Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1835 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
52%
12%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School is ranked #1835 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School?
87 students attend Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School?
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School offer ?
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School part of?
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School is part of Minnesota Transitions Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School located?
Minnesota Transitions Charter Elementary School is located in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Seward.
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