Staars serves 8 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Staars's student population of 8 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Staars is 0.63, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Hispanic
25%
12%
Black
25%
12%
White
50%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
13%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Staars?
8 students attend Staars.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Staars students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staars?
Staars has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Staars offer ?
Staars offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Staars part of?
Staars is part of Hastings Public School District.
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