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Minneapolis Public School District

GreatSchools Rating: 3 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.

This district's rating is based on its schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more >

Learn About This District's:

MCA-II Results
MCA-II Results By Subgroup
MCA-III Results
MCA-III Results By Subgroup
MCA-II/GRAD Results
MCA-II/GRAD Results By Subgroup
Teachers
Students
Spending Per Pupil

807 NE Brdway
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Hennepin County
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PH: (612) 668-0000
FAX: (612) 668-0195

District Web site >

Grades PK-12 & ungraded
34,202 students
96 schools

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MCA-II Results

Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

Grade 3

Reading

58% (2011)

54% (2010)

59% (2009)

53% (2008)

59% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 79% in 2011.

Math

65% (2010)

69% (2009)

63% (2008)

60% (2007)
The state average for Math was 83% in 2010.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 4

Reading

56% (2011)

53% (2010)

51% (2009)

49% (2008)

49% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2011.

Math

55% (2010)

55% (2009)

53% (2008)

53% (2007)
The state average for Math was 77% in 2010.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 5

Reading

61% (2011)

54% (2010)

51% (2009)

50% (2008)

52% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2011.

Science

29% (2011)

25% (2010)
The state average for Science was 46% in 2011.

Math

46% (2010)

50% (2009)

47% (2008)

48% (2007)
The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 6

Reading

52% (2011)

50% (2010)

48% (2009)

49% (2008)

47% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2011.

Math

47% (2010)

41% (2009)

47% (2008)

44% (2007)
The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 7

Reading

54% (2011)

46% (2010)

45% (2009)

45% (2008)

44% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 70% in 2011.

Math

48% (2010)

46% (2009)

45% (2008)

45% (2007)
The state average for Math was 64% in 2010.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 8

Reading

54% (2011)

50% (2010)

46% (2009)

46% (2008)

44% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 68% in 2011.

Science

29% (2011)

31% (2010)
The state average for Science was 44% in 2011.

Math

41% (2010)

45% (2009)

42% (2008)

41% (2007)
The state average for Math was 59% in 2010.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 10

Reading

55% (2011)

54% (2010)

54% (2009)

48% (2008)

39% (2007)
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 11

Math

37% (2011)

31% (2010)

28% (2009)

26% (2008)

25% (2007)
The state average for Math was 49% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Science

31% (2011)

32% (2010)
The state average for Science was 54% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

About the Tests

In 2010-2011 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, in math in grade 11, and in science in grades 5 and 8 and once in high school.
The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles.
The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Testing in Minnesota: An Overview

Compare all elementary, middle and high schools in this district

MCA-II Results By Subgroup

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % passing

Grade 3

Reading	This District
All Students	58%
Female	61%
Male	55%
Black	44%
Asian/Pacific Islander	61%
Hispanic	36%
American Indian	43%
White	87%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	41%
Economically non-disadvantaged	90%
Receiving special education services	22%
Students without disabilities	64%
Eligible for LEP services	33%
Not limited English proficient	67%
Non-migrant	58%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 4

Reading	This District
All Students	56%
Female	59%
Male	53%
Black	41%
Asian/Pacific Islander	49%
Hispanic	39%
American Indian	39%
White	88%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	39%
Economically non-disadvantaged	86%
Receiving special education services	23%
Students without disabilities	62%
Eligible for LEP services	33%
Not limited English proficient	63%
Non-migrant	56%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 5

Reading	This District
All Students	61%
Female	65%
Male	57%
Black	47%
Asian/Pacific Islander	57%
Hispanic	48%
American Indian	43%
White	88%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	45%
Economically non-disadvantaged	90%
Receiving special education services	24%
Students without disabilities	67%
Eligible for LEP services	37%
Not limited English proficient	68%
Non-migrant	61%

Science	This District
All Students	29%
Female	29%
Male	29%
Black	11%
Asian/Pacific Islander	21%
Hispanic	15%
American Indian	12%
White	61%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	11%
Economically non-disadvantaged	62%
Receiving special education services	11%
Students without disabilities	32%
Eligible for LEP services	7%
Not limited English proficient	35%
Non-migrant	29%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 6

Reading	This District
All Students	52%
Female	55%
Male	50%
Black	36%
Asian/Pacific Islander	44%
Hispanic	39%
American Indian	36%
White	83%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	36%
Economically non-disadvantaged	84%
Receiving special education services	18%
Students without disabilities	59%
Eligible for LEP services	27%
Not limited English proficient	60%
Non-migrant	52%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 7

Reading	This District
All Students	54%
Female	57%
Male	52%
Black	38%
Asian/Pacific Islander	57%
Hispanic	35%
American Indian	36%
White	85%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	38%
Economically non-disadvantaged	85%
Receiving special education services	18%
Students without disabilities	61%
Eligible for LEP services	25%
Not limited English proficient	62%
Non-migrant	54%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 8

Reading	This District
All Students	54%
Female	57%
Male	50%
Black	33%
Asian/Pacific Islander	57%
Hispanic	43%
American Indian	42%
White	85%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	37%
Economically non-disadvantaged	86%
Receiving special education services	19%
Students without disabilities	59%
Eligible for LEP services	22%
Not limited English proficient	60%
Non-migrant	54%

Science	This District
All Students	29%
Female	27%
Male	31%
Black	10%
Asian/Pacific Islander	23%
Hispanic	12%
American Indian	16%
White	65%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	11%
Economically non-disadvantaged	64%
Receiving special education services	9%
Students without disabilities	32%
Eligible for LEP services	3%
Not limited English proficient	34%
Non-migrant	29%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 10

Reading	This District
All Students	55%
Female	58%
Male	51%
Black	37%
Asian/Pacific Islander	50%
Hispanic	46%
American Indian	45%
White	85%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	39%
Economically non-disadvantaged	84%
Receiving special education services	15%
Students without disabilities	60%
Eligible for LEP services	19%
Not limited English proficient	63%
Non-migrant	55%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 11

Math	This District
All Students	37%
Female	33%
Male	40%
Black	12%
Asian/Pacific Islander	43%
Hispanic	20%
American Indian	14%
White	71%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	19%
Economically non-disadvantaged	66%
Receiving special education services	7%
Students without disabilities	41%
Eligible for LEP services	7%
Not limited English proficient	43%
Non-migrant	37%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Science	This District
All Students	31%
Female	31%
Male	31%
Black	12%
Asian/Pacific Islander	30%
Hispanic	13%
American Indian	22%
White	61%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	14%
Economically non-disadvantaged	59%
Receiving special education services	8%
Students without disabilities	34%
Eligible for LEP services	5%
Not limited English proficient	37%
Non-migrant	31%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

About the Tests

In 2010-2011 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, in math in grade 11, and in science in grades 5 and 8 and once in high school.
The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles.
The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota.
The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Testing in Minnesota: An Overview

MCA-III Results

Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

Grade 3

Math

49% (2011)
The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 4

Math

42% (2011)
The state average for Math was 67% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 5

Math

32% (2011)
The state average for Math was 54% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 6

Math

29% (2011)
The state average for Math was 50% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 7

Math

32% (2011)
The state average for Math was 52% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 8

Math

35% (2011)
The state average for Math was 53% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

About the Tests

In 2010-2011 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8.
The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Testing in Minnesota: An Overview

Compare all elementary, middle and high schools in this district

MCA-III Results By Subgroup

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % passing

Grade 3

Math	This District
All Students	49%
Female	49%
Male	49%
Black	32%
Asian/Pacific Islander	54%
Hispanic	33%
American Indian	30%
White	79%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	32%
Economically non-disadvantaged	81%
Receiving special education services	21%
Students without disabilities	54%
Eligible for LEP services	29%
Not limited English proficient	57%
Non-migrant	49%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 4

Math	This District
All Students	42%
Female	41%
Male	44%
Black	22%
Asian/Pacific Islander	40%
Hispanic	31%
American Indian	23%
White	76%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	26%
Economically non-disadvantaged	72%
Receiving special education services	18%
Students without disabilities	47%
Eligible for LEP services	26%
Not limited English proficient	48%
Non-migrant	42%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 5

Math	This District
All Students	32%
Female	32%
Male	31%
Black	12%
Asian/Pacific Islander	37%
Hispanic	20%
American Indian	11%
White	61%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	14%
Economically non-disadvantaged	63%
Receiving special education services	11%
Students without disabilities	35%
Eligible for LEP services	14%
Not limited English proficient	37%
Non-migrant	31%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 6

Math	This District
All Students	29%
Female	28%
Male	30%
Black	10%
Asian/Pacific Islander	30%
Hispanic	16%
American Indian	7%
White	60%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	12%
Economically non-disadvantaged	60%
Receiving special education services	10%
Students without disabilities	33%
Eligible for LEP services	9%
Not limited English proficient	35%
Non-migrant	29%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 7

Math	This District
All Students	32%
Female	32%
Male	32%
Black	11%
Asian/Pacific Islander	38%
Hispanic	16%
American Indian	19%
White	66%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	15%
Economically non-disadvantaged	64%
Receiving special education services	7%
Students without disabilities	37%
Eligible for LEP services	11%
Not limited English proficient	38%
Non-migrant	32%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 8

Math	This District
All Students	35%
Female	34%
Male	36%
Black	15%
Asian/Pacific Islander	38%
Hispanic	23%
American Indian	16%
White	68%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	18%
Economically non-disadvantaged	66%
Receiving special education services	8%
Students without disabilities	40%
Eligible for LEP services	13%
Not limited English proficient	40%
Non-migrant	35%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

About the Tests

In 2010-2011 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8.
The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota.
The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Testing in Minnesota: An Overview

MCA-II/GRAD Results

Scale: % passing

Grade 9

Writing

75% (2011)

77% (2010)

72% (2009)

67% (2008)

73% (2007)
The state average for Writing was 89% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 10

Reading

58% (2011)

58% (2010)

57% (2009)
The state average for Reading was 79% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 11

Math

42% (2011)

40% (2010)

40% (2009)
The state average for Math was 59% in 2011.

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

About the Tests

In 2010-2011 Minnesota used Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II Graduation-Required Assessments for Diploma (MCA-II/GRAD) to test students in grade 9 in writing, 10 in reading, and 11 in math.
The MCA-II/GRAD is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota.
Students must pass the MCA-II/GRAD in order to graduate from high school.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Testing in Minnesota: An Overview

Compare all high schools in this district

MCA-II/GRAD Results By Subgroup

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Scale: % passing

Grade 9

Writing	This District
All Students	75%
Female	79%
Male	70%
Black	66%
Asian/Pacific Islander	82%
Hispanic	61%
American Indian	68%
White	90%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	65%
Economically non-disadvantaged	92%
Receiving special education services	31%
Students without disabilities	82%
Eligible for LEP services	47%
Not limited English proficient	81%
Non-migrant	75%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 10

Reading	This District
All Students	58%
Female	62%
Male	54%
Black	41%
Asian/Pacific Islander	58%
Hispanic	48%
American Indian	49%
White	87%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	43%
Economically non-disadvantaged	87%
Receiving special education services	17%
Students without disabilities	64%
Eligible for LEP services	22%
Not limited English proficient	66%
Non-migrant	58%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

Grade 11

Math	This District
All Students	42%
Female	40%
Male	45%
Black	17%
Asian/Pacific Islander	51%
Hispanic	27%
American Indian	20%
White	77%
Eligible for free/reduced priced meals	25%
Economically non-disadvantaged	71%
Receiving special education services	8%
Students without disabilities	47%
Eligible for LEP services	11%
Not limited English proficient	49%
Non-migrant	42%

Source: MN Dept. of Education, 2010-2011

About the Tests

In 2010-2011 Minnesota used Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II Graduation-Required Assessments for Diploma (MCA-II/GRAD) to test students in grade 9 in writing, 10 in reading, and 11 in math.
The MCA-II/GRAD is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota.
Students must pass the MCA-II/GRAD in order to graduate from high school.
The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.
The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Testing in Minnesota: An Overview

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

Information about this data

Source: NCES, 2008-2009
	This District	State Average
Students per FTE teacher	17	16

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Students

Student Ethnicity

Information about this data

Source: NCES, 2008-2009
Ethnicity	This District	State Average
Black, not Hispanic	38%	10%
White, not Hispanic	30%	76%
Hispanic	18%	6%
Asian/Pacific Islander	9%	6%
American Indian/Alaskan Native	5%	2%

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Student Economic Level

Information about this data

Source: NCES, 2008-2009
	This District	State Average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program	63%	33%

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Spending Per Pupil

Spending Per Pupil

Information about this data

		This District	State Average
Total per pupil expenditures		$12,549	$9,116

Source: NCES, 2006-2007
Breakdown By Expenditure
Instructional	66%	65%
Student and staff support	10%	7%
Administration	7%	9%
Other expenditures	18%	18%

School Finance: Issues to Consider >

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