Transition Plus serves 37 students in grades 12.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Transition Plus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Transition Plus's student population of 37 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Transition Plus is 0.71, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
24%
12%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Transition Plus?
37 students attend Transition Plus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Transition Plus students are White, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Transition Plus?
Transition Plus has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Transition Plus offer ?
Transition Plus offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Transition Plus part of?
Transition Plus is part of Hopkins Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Transition Plus located?
Transition Plus is located in the Cedar Manor neighborhood of Hopkins, MN.
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