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Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
After one year of brick and mortar school this past school year, we are returning to Connections Academy for next year. The curriculum is challenging, but it is extremely well-presented and taught by teachers who provide engaging live lessons and videos. Parents also need to be aware that there is a time commitment involved with younger children, as you will need to help with some of the projects constructed, the science experiments, and the spelling quizzes, etc. Yet, our child learned so much more through this kind of hands-on experience with Connections Academy, and the teachers are great for providing support and encouragement to the students. As someone else posted, they also offer several field trips throughout the year so that the students get to interact with their teachers and their peers in person.
—Submitted by a parent
Connections Academy is an excellent school for families that are not well served by their local schools or by homeschooling. High quality curriculum is supplied by the school, and parent 'learning coaches' are supported through regular contact by professional teachers. My children are learning at their own pace, encouraged to dig in and really work in areas of need and allowed to demonstrate mastery - without busywork- in areas where they excel. Field trips are offered throughout the state, and IEP's are supported.
—Submitted by a parent
Connections Academy is a wonderful school. They allow the student to work at their own pace, therefore they can spend extra time on things they are struggling with and excel in areas of strength. Great teacher support. We love CA!
—Submitted by a parent
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Grade level
The state average for Math was 83% in 2010.
61 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.
68 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2010
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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.
60 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.
78 students were tested at this school in 2012.
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2010
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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.
69 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 79% in 2012.
85 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
The state average for Science was 46% in 2011.
56 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.
83 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.
109 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.
98 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.
145 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 59% in 2010.
133 students were tested at this school in 2010.
2010
2009
The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.
146 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
The state average for Science was 44% in 2011.
99 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 Reading was 77% in 2012.
120 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 43% in 2012.
111 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
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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 Science was 54% in 2011.
71 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
| All Students | 80% |
| Female | 85% |
| Male | 76% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 78% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 73% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 84% |
| 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 | 71% |
| Female | 69% |
| Male | 72% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 77% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 53% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 83% |
| Students with disabilities | 54% |
| Students without disabilities | 74% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 71% |
| Non-migrant | 70% |
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 | 67% |
| Female | 68% |
| Male | 67% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 70% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 53% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 80% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 72% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 67% |
| Non-migrant | 67% |
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 | 73% |
| Female | 82% |
| Male | 62% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | 73% |
| White | 74% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 65% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 82% |
| Students with disabilities | 55% |
| Students without disabilities | 76% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 73% |
| Non-migrant | 73% |
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 | 67% |
| Female | 74% |
| Male | 59% |
| Black | 46% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 72% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 63% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 70% |
| Students with disabilities | 24% |
| Students without disabilities | 74% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 67% |
| Non-migrant | 67% |
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 | 67% |
| Female | 73% |
| Male | 61% |
| Black | 55% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 69% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 61% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 73% |
| Students with disabilities | 37% |
| Students without disabilities | 72% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 67% |
| Non-migrant | 67% |
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 | 77% |
| Female | 78% |
| Male | 75% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 81% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 63% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 84% |
| Students with disabilities | 45% |
| Students without disabilities | 83% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 77% |
| Non-migrant | 77% |
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 | 36% |
| Female | 34% |
| Male | 40% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 39% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 18% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 46% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 38% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 36% |
| Non-migrant | 36% |
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.
68 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.
78 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.
84 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
The state average for Science was 58% in 2012.
59 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.
112 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.
142 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.
145 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
The state average for Science was 42% in 2012.
104 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 Science was 52% in 2012.
74 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
| All Students | 59% |
| Female | 59% |
| Male | 59% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 58% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 53% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 63% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 59% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 59% |
| Non-migrant | 59% |
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 | 40% |
| Female | 37% |
| Male | 43% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 46% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 25% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 50% |
| Students with disabilities | 29% |
| Students without disabilities | 42% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 40% |
| Non-migrant | 40% |
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 | 29% |
| Female | 28% |
| Male | 29% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 28% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 15% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 40% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 31% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 29% |
| Non-migrant | 29% |
| All Students | 68% |
| Female | 72% |
| Male | 65% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 69% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 53% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 83% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 74% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 68% |
| Non-migrant | 68% |
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 | 24% |
| Female | 25% |
| Male | 22% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | 27% |
| White | 25% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 24% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 25% |
| Students with disabilities | 0% |
| Students without disabilities | 27% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 24% |
| Non-migrant | 24% |
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 | 46% |
| Male | 47% |
| Black | 10% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 50% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 31% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 56% |
| Students with disabilities | 28% |
| Students without disabilities | 49% |
| 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 | 43% |
| Female | 40% |
| Male | 46% |
| Black | 30% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 44% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 35% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 49% |
| Students with disabilities | 11% |
| Students without disabilities | 47% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 43% |
| Non-migrant | 43% |
| All Students | 40% |
| Female | 37% |
| Male | 44% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 42% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 37% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 43% |
| Students with disabilities | 8% |
| Students without disabilities | 45% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 40% |
| Non-migrant | 40% |
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 | 50% |
| Female | 48% |
| Male | 53% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 55% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 36% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 60% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 53% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 51% |
| Non-migrant | 51% |
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
The state average for Writing was 92% in 2012.
152 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
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In 2011-2012 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.
120 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
In 2011-2012 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.
111 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
2009
In 2011-2012 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.
See Minnesota's state standards
Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 91% |
| Female | 96% |
| Male | 87% |
| Black | 93% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 91% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 87% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 95% |
| Students with disabilities | 65% |
| Students without disabilities | 95% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 91% |
| Non-migrant | 91% |
In 2011-2012 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.
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.
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education
| All Students | 78% |
| Female | 80% |
| Male | 77% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| White | 83% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 63% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 86% |
| Students with disabilities | 45% |
| Students without disabilities | 85% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 78% |
| Non-migrant | 78% |
In 2011-2012 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.
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 | 44% |
| Male | 53% |
| Black | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| Native American | n/a |
| White | 50% |
| Economically disadvantaged | 28% |
| Economically non-disadvantaged | 57% |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Students without disabilities | 50% |
| English language learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 47% |
| Non-migrant | 47% |
In 2011-2012 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.
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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| American Indian/Alaska Native | 1% | 2% | ||
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| Students per FTE teacher | 37 | N/A | 17 |
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