Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric's student population of 258 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Motto
Classical Schooling for the Art of Life
School Rankings
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric is 0.65, 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
#105 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
42%
12%
White
41%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric's ranking?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric is ranked #105 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric often compared to?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoricis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Grove Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric?
The graduation rate of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric?
258 students attend Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric students are Black, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric offer ?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric part of?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric is part of Parnassus Preparatory School District.
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