Serving 96 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- 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
School Overview
Plymouth Youth Center's student population of 96 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
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 0.33, 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
#1179 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
American Indian
12%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
81%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
1%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≤10%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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 83.3%.
How many students attend Plymouth Youth Center?
96 students attend Plymouth Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Plymouth Youth Center students are Black, 12% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
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.
School Reviews
Review Plymouth Youth Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
