Serving 369 students in grades 9-12, Metro College Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metro College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Metro College Prep's student population of 369 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Metro College Prep 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 Metro College Prep is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1340 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
99%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metro College Prep's ranking?
Metro College Prep is ranked #1340 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metro College Prep?
The graduation rate of Metro College Prep is 80-84%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Metro College Prep?
369 students attend Metro College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Metro College Prep students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metro College Prep?
Metro College Prep has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metro College Prep offer ?
Metro College Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metro College Prep part of?
Metro College Prep is part of Metro Schools Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Metro College Prep located?
Metro College Prep is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Central Minneapolis.
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