Harbor City International School, also known as Harbor City or HCIS, is a charter secondary school in Duluth, Minnesota, United States, that opened in fall 2002. It serves students in grades nine through twelve. The school is governed by an eight-member board of directors.
Serving 194 students in grades 9-12, Harbor City International Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor City International Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harbor City International Charter's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Black, Blue
Campus Size
1 acre
School Motto
A Culture of Caring
School Rankings
Harbor City International Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor City International Charter is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor City International Charter's ranking?
Harbor City International Charter is ranked #221 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Harbor City International Charter often compared to?
Harbor City International Charteris often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harbor City International Charter?
The graduation rate of Harbor City International Charter is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Harbor City International Charter?
194 students attend Harbor City International Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harbor City International Charter students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor City International Charter?
Harbor City International Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harbor City International Charter offer ?
Harbor City International Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor City International Charter part of?
Harbor City International Charter is part of Harbor City International Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Harbor City International Charter located?
Harbor City International Charter is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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