Melrose serves 9 students in grades 1-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Melrose's student population of 9 students has grown by 350% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Melrose is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
33%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
How many students attend Melrose?
9 students attend Melrose.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Melrose students are White, and 33% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Melrose offer ?
Melrose offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Melrose part of?
Melrose is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose located?
Melrose is located in the Wolfe Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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