Serving 20 students in grades 7-12,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 74%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 20% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
62%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
74%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
10%
12%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2012-2013 (latest school year available) 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 62% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of City West Academy?
The graduation rate of City West Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 80%.
How many students attend City West Academy?
20 students attend City West Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of City West Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of City West Academy?
City West Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does City West Academy offer ?
City West Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is City West Academy part of?
City West Academy is part of Intermediate School District 287.
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