Serving 74 students in grades 9-12, Plymouth Youth Center 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plymouth Youth Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Plymouth Youth Center's student population of 74 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plymouth Youth Center 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 Plymouth Youth Center is 0.44, which is less 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
#1179 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
74%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth Youth Center's ranking?
Plymouth Youth Center is ranked #1179 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plymouth Youth Center?
The graduation rate of Plymouth Youth Center is 10%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Plymouth Youth Center?
74 students attend Plymouth Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Plymouth Youth Center students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Plymouth Youth Center offer ?
Plymouth Youth Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plymouth Youth Center part of?
Plymouth Youth Center is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Plymouth Youth Center located?
Plymouth Youth Center is located in the Willard Hay neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Willard Hay.
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