Serving 86 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Plymouth Youth Center's student population of 86 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Plymouth Youth Center is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
81%
12%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plymouth Youth Center?
The graduation rate of Plymouth Youth Center is 11-19%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Plymouth Youth Center?
86 students attend Plymouth Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Plymouth Youth Center students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plymouth Youth Center?
Plymouth Youth Center has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plymouth Youth Center offer ?
Plymouth Youth Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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