Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Voyageurs Expeditionary School 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 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voyageurs Expeditionary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Voyageurs Expeditionary School's student population of 59 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Voyageurs Expeditionary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Voyageurs Expeditionary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
54%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
32%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voyageurs Expeditionary School's ranking?
Voyageurs Expeditionary School is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
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 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Voyageurs Expeditionary School?
The graduation rate of Voyageurs Expeditionary School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Voyageurs Expeditionary School?
59 students attend Voyageurs Expeditionary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Voyageurs Expeditionary School students are American Indian, 32% of students are White, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voyageurs Expeditionary School?
Voyageurs Expeditionary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Voyageurs Expeditionary School offer ?
Voyageurs Expeditionary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Voyageurs Expeditionary School part of?
Voyageurs Expeditionary School is part of Voyageurs Expeditionary School District.
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