Serving 139 students in grades 7-12, MTS Secondary 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 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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 Secondary School's student population of 139 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Middle & High School Built Around Your Student
School Rankings
MTS Secondary 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 Secondary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#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
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
31%
12%
Black
40%
12%
White
11%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Profile last updated: 04/14/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MTS Secondary School's ranking?
MTS Secondary 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 Secondary School?
The graduation rate of MTS Secondary School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend MTS Secondary School?
139 students attend MTS Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of MTS Secondary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of MTS Secondary School?
MTS Secondary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does MTS Secondary School offer ?
MTS Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is MTS Secondary School part of?
MTS Secondary School is part of Minnesota Transitions Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is MTS Secondary School located?
MTS Secondary School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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