Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Takoda Prep 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 59%). 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 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Takoda Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Takoda Prep's student population of 34 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Takoda Prep is 0.37, which is less 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)
(16-17)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
79%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
3%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
8%
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 59% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Takoda Prep?
The graduation rate of Takoda Prep is 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Takoda Prep?
34 students attend Takoda Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Takoda Prep students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Takoda Prep offer ?
Takoda Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Takoda Prep part of?
Takoda Prep is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
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