Minneapolis Youth Academy serves 48 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 92% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
4 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
86%
12%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
36%
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
How many students attend Minneapolis Youth Academy?
48 students attend Minneapolis Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Minneapolis Youth Academy students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Minneapolis Youth Academy offer ?
Minneapolis Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Minneapolis Youth Academy part of?
Minneapolis Youth Academy is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
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