Serving 60 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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merc's student population of 60 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
1 teacher
Showing 2011–2021. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Merc is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. 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%
American Indian
9%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-49%
83.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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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 40-49%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Merc?
60 students attend Merc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Merc students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Merc offer ?
Merc offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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