Serving 501 students in grades 5-8, Parnassus Preparatory School-logic ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 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 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parnassus Preparatory School-logic's student population of 501 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parnassus Preparatory School-logic ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parnassus Preparatory School-logic is 0.65, 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
#483 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
49%
12%
White
32%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parnassus Preparatory School-logic's ranking?
Parnassus Preparatory School-logic is ranked #483 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Parnassus Preparatory School-logic?
501 students attend Parnassus Preparatory School-logic.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Parnassus Preparatory School-logic students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parnassus Preparatory School-logic?
Parnassus Preparatory School-logic has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parnassus Preparatory School-logic offer ?
Parnassus Preparatory School-logic offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Parnassus Preparatory School-logic part of?
Parnassus Preparatory School-logic is part of Parnassus Preparatory Charter School District.
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