Serving 84 students in grades 6-12, Terra Nova School 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terra Nova School's student population of 84 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Terra Nova School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Nova School is 0.21, 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
#1255 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
89%
60%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terra Nova School's ranking?
Terra Nova School is ranked #1255 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Nova School?
The graduation rate of Terra Nova School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Terra Nova School?
84 students attend Terra Nova School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Terra Nova School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terra Nova School?
Terra Nova School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Terra Nova School offer ?
Terra Nova School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terra Nova School part of?
Terra Nova School is part of Terra Nova School District.
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