El Colegio Charter School

El Colegio Charter School is a high school located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 83, the majority of whom are Hispanic.

Despite its small size, El Colegio Charter School has consistently underperformed compared to other schools in the area. The school has ranked among the lowest-performing high schools in Minnesota, receiving a 0 or 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger for most of its history. Its four-year graduation rates have ranged from a dismal 17.2% to 58.3% over the past five years, significantly lower than the state average and the graduation rates of nearby schools like Washburn High and Roosevelt High. Correspondingly, El Colegio has had high dropout rates, ranging from 2.7% to 23.0% over the same period. Academically, the school has struggled, with proficiency rates on the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) well below the state averages in math, reading, and science.

The challenges faced by El Colegio Charter School may be linked to its high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, ranging from 82.42% to 87.21% over the past three years, significantly higher than the rates at nearby schools. This, combined with the predominantly Hispanic student population, suggests that the school may face unique challenges in supporting its students' academic and social-emotional needs. While the data highlights significant room for improvement, identifying and addressing the root causes of the school's challenges could be crucial in helping it better serve its students and improve its overall performance.