Serving 10 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap)'s student population of 10 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) is 0.63, which is more 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)≤20%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
50%
12%
White
30%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Central Middle Alternative (Cmap)?
10 students attend Central Middle Alternative (Cmap).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) students are Black, 30% of students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle Alternative (Cmap)?
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) offer ?
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) part of?
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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