Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program serves 2 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program's student population of 2 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
2 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
50%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
50%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program?
The graduation rate of Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program?
2 students attend Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program students are American Indian, and 50% of students are Black.
What grades does Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program offer ?
Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program part of?
Anoka-hennepin Specialty Program is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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