Serving 22 students in grades 8-12, Mts Pease Academy 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 higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mts Pease Academy's student population of 22 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mts Pease Academy is 0.32, 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)
<50%
46%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
<50%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mts Pease Academy?
The graduation rate of Mts Pease Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Mts Pease Academy?
22 students attend Mts Pease Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mts Pease Academy students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mts Pease Academy?
Mts Pease Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mts Pease Academy offer ?
Mts Pease Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mts Pease Academy part of?
Mts Pease Academy is part of Minnesota Transitions Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Mts Pease Academy located?
Mts Pease Academy is located in the Marcy Holmes neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
School Reviews
Review Mts Pease Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
