Serving 54 students in grades 9-12, Voa High School 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 27:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Voa High School's student population of 54 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Voa High School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
30%
12%
Black
56%
12%
White
7%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 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 Voa High School?
The graduation rate of Voa High School is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Voa High School?
54 students attend Voa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Voa High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voa High School?
Voa High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Voa High School offer ?
Voa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Voa High School part of?
Voa High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Voa High School located?
Voa High School is located in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Seward.
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