Serving 730 students in grades 6-12, Pact Charter Secondary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pact Charter Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pact Charter Secondary's student population of 730 students has grown by 121% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 129% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pact Charter Secondary ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pact Charter Secondary is 0.38, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#561 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pact Charter Secondary's ranking?
Pact Charter Secondary is ranked #561 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Pact Charter Secondary often compared to?
Pact Charter Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Davinci Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pact Charter Secondary?
The graduation rate of Pact Charter Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pact Charter Secondary?
730 students attend Pact Charter Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Pact Charter Secondary students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pact Charter Secondary?
Pact Charter Secondary has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pact Charter Secondary offer ?
Pact Charter Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pact Charter Secondary part of?
Pact Charter Secondary is part of Pact Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Love the school and always have. The staff are great and really care about the students. Small class sizes and high parent involvement are the key.
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