Serving 58 students in grades 9-12, Menlo Park Academy 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 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Menlo Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Menlo Park Academy's student population of 58 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Menlo Park Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
14%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
50%
12%
White
21%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
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 58% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Menlo Park Academy?
The graduation rate of Menlo Park Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Menlo Park Academy?
58 students attend Menlo Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Menlo Park Academy students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Menlo Park Academy offer ?
Menlo Park Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Menlo Park Academy part of?
Menlo Park Academy is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Menlo Park Academy located?
Menlo Park Academy is located in the Bottineau neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Bottineau.
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