Serving 50 students in grades 9-12, Merc 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Merc's student population of 50 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merc is 0.61, which is more 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)
(15-16)<50%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
46%
10%
Black
42%
12%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 60% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merc?
The graduation rate of Merc is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Merc?
50 students attend Merc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Merc students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Merc offer ?
Merc offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Merc part of?
Merc is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Merc located?
Merc is located in the Powderhorn neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 6 other public schools located in Powderhorn.
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