Minneapolis Public School District

The Minneapolis Public School District encompasses 80 schools, including 44 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 25 high schools, and 3 alternative schools, serving students in the Minneapolis area. The district faces significant challenges, with stark disparities in academic performance across its schools.

While the district as a whole is ranked 312th out of 448 districts in Minnesota and has a 2-star rating, a few standout schools emerge. Burroughs Elementary ranks 4th out of 845 Minnesota elementary schools, with over 80% of students proficient in core subjects. Other high-performing elementary schools include Northrop Elementary and Hale Elementary. At the middle school level, Anthony Middle ranks 25th in the state and demonstrates exceptional academic results.

However, the data also reveals significant challenges, with wide disparities in graduation rates, dropout rates, and test scores across the district. Some schools, such as Wellstone International High, struggle with very low graduation rates and high dropout rates. The correlation between student demographics and academic outcomes suggests that the district faces issues of educational equity and access. Addressing these disparities will be crucial for improving the overall performance of the Minneapolis Public School District.