Serving 158 students in grades 7-12, Mts High School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mts High School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mts High School 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 Mts High School is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
41%
12%
White
10%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BasketballCross Country
Cross Country RunningSoccer
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mts High School's ranking?
Mts High School is ranked #1733 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mts High School?
The graduation rate of Mts High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mts High School?
158 students attend Mts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mts High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mts High School?
Mts High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mts High School offer ?
Mts High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mts High School part of?
Mts High School is part of Minnesota Transitions Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Mts High School located?
Mts High School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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