Perpich Center For Arts Education serves 144 students in grades 11-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perpich Center For Arts Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Perpich Center For Arts Education's student population of 144 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
144 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Perpich Center For Arts Education is 0.31, 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)
40-59%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
2%

Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
5%
12%

Black
5%
12%

White
83%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%

Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Perpich Center For Arts Education?
The graduation rate of Perpich Center For Arts Education is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Perpich Center For Arts Education?
144 students attend Perpich Center For Arts Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Perpich Center For Arts Education students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perpich Center For Arts Education?
Perpich Center For Arts Education has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perpich Center For Arts Education offer ?
Perpich Center For Arts Education offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Perpich Center For Arts Education part of?
Perpich Center For Arts Education is part of Perpich Center For Arts Education School District.
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