Minneapolis Academy & Career Center serves 76 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center's student population of 76 students has grown by 261% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is 0.48, which is less 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)
(16-17)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
70%
12%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
The graduation rate of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
76 students attend Minneapolis Academy & Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minneapolis Academy & Career Center?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minneapolis Academy & Career Center offer ?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minneapolis Academy & Career Center part of?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Minneapolis Academy & Career Center located?
Minneapolis Academy & Career Center is located in the Jordan neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Jordan.
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