Serving 585 students in grades 6-12, Metro College Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metro College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Metro College Prep's student population of 585 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 172% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metro College Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metro College Prep is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1340 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
98%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metro College Prep's ranking?
Metro College Prep is ranked #1340 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metro College Prep?
The graduation rate of Metro College Prep is 80-84%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Metro College Prep?
585 students attend Metro College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Metro College Prep students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metro College Prep?
Metro College Prep has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Metro College Prep offer ?
Metro College Prep offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metro College Prep part of?
Metro College Prep is part of Metro Schools Charter.
In what neighborhood is Metro College Prep located?
Metro College Prep is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Central Minneapolis.
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