Melrose

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%).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 1-12
  • : <50%
  • : ≥50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a

School Rankings

This School
State Level (MN)
(09-10)
<50%
65%
(09-10)
≥50%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
n/a
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?
<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?
7 students attend Melrose.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Melrose students are White, and 29% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Melrose offer ?
Melrose offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose part of?
In what neighborhood is Melrose located?
Melrose is located in the Wolfe Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 1-12
  • : <50%
  • : ≥50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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