Serving 60 students in grades 5-12, South Campus Education Center ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Campus Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Campus Education Center's student population of 60 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Campus Education Center 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
26%
12%
White
52%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 schools are South Campus Education Center often compared to?
South Campus Education Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Rivereast Program, Tier Three by visitors of our site.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Campus Education Center?
The graduation rate of South Campus Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Campus Education Center?
60 students attend South Campus Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of South Campus Education Center students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Campus Education Center?
South Campus Education Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Campus Education Center offer ?
South Campus Education Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is South Campus Education Center part of?
South Campus Education Center is part of Northeast Metro 916 School District.
In what neighborhood is South Campus Education Center located?
South Campus Education Center is located in the Beaver Lake Heights neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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