Serving 63 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Center Early College 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 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 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (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
Brooklyn Center Early College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Center Early College Academy's student population of 63 students has grown by 425% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To become a justice-centered school community who fuels the unique genius of each student.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brooklyn Center Early College Academy is 0.55, 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)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
62%
12%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
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 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 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Center Early College Academy?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Center Early College Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Center Early College Academy?
63 students attend Brooklyn Center Early College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Brooklyn Center Early College Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Center Early College Academy?
Brooklyn Center Early College Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Center Early College Academy offer ?
Brooklyn Center Early College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn Center Early College Academy part of?
Brooklyn Center Early College Academy is part of Brooklyn Center Community Schools.
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