Serving 50 students in grades 9-12, Richfield College Experience Prg 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richfield College Experience Prg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Richfield College Experience Prg's student population of 50 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richfield College Experience Prg is 0.59, 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)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
60%
11%
Black
20%
12%
White
12%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richfield College Experience Prg?
The graduation rate of Richfield College Experience Prg is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Richfield College Experience Prg?
50 students attend Richfield College Experience Prg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Richfield College Experience Prg students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richfield College Experience Prg?
Richfield College Experience Prg has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richfield College Experience Prg offer ?
Richfield College Experience Prg offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richfield College Experience Prg part of?
Richfield College Experience Prg is part of Richfield Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Richfield College Experience Prg located?
Richfield College Experience Prg is located in the Nokomis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Nokomis.
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