Serving 204 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric's student population of 204 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
32%
12%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
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 #106 out of 1,734 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% 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?
204 students attend Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric students are White, 32% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric offer ?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric part of?
Parnassus Prep School-rhetoric is part of Parnassus Preparatory Charter Sch School District.
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