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Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
Social justice, travel study, small class sizes, dedicated staff
—Submitted by a parent
Because ITS part of the family....made my family more creative thinkers and the only true shelter I have in MN...I have a home in them and they in me...we love the school!!! AND all it has grown to be.
—Submitted by a parent
the social justice curriculum, the small class sizes, the enthusiastic teachers and the great kids
—Submitted by a parent
The school's commitment to small class sizes ensures that every child is well known, understood, and cared for.
—Submitted by a parent
Amazing teachers! diverse student body, social justice based curriculum oriented around people's history, hands on learning from people who were actually there creating that history, in turn, students learn that they too might be able to forge their way into history as active participant as well! And finally, all the love!
—Submitted by a parent
I've been devoted to Southside Family Charter School from before it was a charter school and even before Southside Family was in its name. It's open to the little world the students come from--their families--as well as to the big family--the world--they're growing up into. The degree of caring and respect among all the students is and always has been remarkable, greater than in any other school I know.
I love this wonderful small school. I have gotten to know the teachers, staff, kids, and parents and they form a wonderful community. That is the best thing for sure.
—Submitted by a parent
I love the Southside School because they care about the students
—Submitted by a parent
Because you can never have enough family... and that is what Southside is... family.
—Submitted by a parent
Southside's focus on social justice is unlike any other. We are lucky to have this school in our community.
—Submitted by a parent
This school reflects the values of my family and is really great academically as well
—Submitted by a parent
The school's incredible community support and involvement, coupled with a focus on social justice issues across the curriculum and program make our school a great place to learn and grow!
—Submitted by a parent
I love Southside Family Charter School because each and every day the school lives its mission. The teachers challenge themselves and the kids to learn and become active citizens. The school environment is warm, fun and respectful. Parents and community volunteers pitch in to make Family School a beloved community that endures and just gets better and better.
This school is a practice place for children, their parents, teachers, staff and community members to share ideas and learn from each other on how to make the world into something beautiful. I am so deeply grateful that my daughter attends this school.
—Submitted by a parent
With a mission of social justice, dedicated staff and teachers, and small classroom sizes, this school teaches my child and her classmates how to read, write, and make the world a better place!
—Submitted by a parent
I love this school because they have a committment to social justice, and they support whole-child learning! They have couches in the classrooms, and teach social justice history and critical thinking regarding power relationships.
—Submitted by a parent
This school reflects the values and colors of my family.
—Submitted by a parent
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Grade level
The state average for Math was 83% in 2010.
13 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.
14 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 77% in 2010.
12 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.
11 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.
13 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 79% in 2012.
11 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
The state average for Science was 46% in 2011.
14 students were tested at this school in 2011.
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.
15 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 64% in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 59% in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
The state average for Science was 44% in 2011.
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 64% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 75% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 64% |
| Non-migrant | 64% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 64% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 70% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 64% |
| Non-migrant | 64% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 91% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 90% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 91% |
| Non-migrant | 91% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 80% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 80% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 82% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 80% |
| Non-migrant | 80% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 76% in 2012.
14 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 73% in 2012.
11 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.
11 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
The state average for Science was 58% in 2012.
11 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.
15 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.
2012
2011
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.
2012
2011
The state average for Science was 42% in 2012.
2012
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 57% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 67% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 57% |
| Non-migrant | 57% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 46% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 50% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 46% |
| Non-migrant | 46% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 46% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 50% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 46% |
| Non-migrant | 46% |
| All Students | 100% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 100% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 100% |
| Non-migrant | 100% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 47% |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 40% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 64% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 47% |
| Non-migrant | 47% |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
| All Students | n/a |
| Female | n/a |
| Male | n/a |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | n/a |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | n/a |
| Non-migrant | n/a |
In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. 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.
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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
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| Ethnicity | This school | State average | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 46% | 76% | ||
| Black | 43% | 10% | ||
| Hispanic | 9% | 6% | ||
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 2% | 6% | ||
| American Indian/Alaska Native | N/A | 2% |
| This school | District average | State average | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program | 66% | N/A | 33% |
| This school | District average | State average | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per FTE teacher | 14 | N/A | 16 |
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