Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Twin Cities International Schools 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 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Cities International Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Twin Cities International Schools's student population of 622 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
622 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Twin Cities International Schools ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Cities International Schools is 0.00, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1436 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
100%
12%

White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Cities International Schools's ranking?
Twin Cities International Schools is ranked #1436 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Twin Cities International Schools?
622 students attend Twin Cities International Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Twin Cities International Schools students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twin Cities International Schools?
Twin Cities International Schools has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Twin Cities International Schools offer ?
Twin Cities International Schools offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Twin Cities International Schools part of?
Twin Cities International Schools is part of Twin Cities International Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Cities International Schools located?
Twin Cities International Schools is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Central Minneapolis.
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