New Connections serves 3 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment was 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
67%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New Connections?
3 students attend New Connections.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of New Connections students are White, and 33% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does New Connections offer ?
New Connections offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Connections part of?
New Connections is part of Hastings Public School District.
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