Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Compass Online 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for COMPASS ON-LINE covers the entire school district in Minneapolis, MN, encompassing approximately 172.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Compass Online's student population of 21 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers (21-22)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Compass Online is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)21-39%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
52%
12%
White
19%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compass Online?
The graduation rate of Compass Online is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Compass Online?
21 students attend Compass Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Compass Online students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Compass Online offer ?
Compass Online offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Compass Online part of?
Compass Online is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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