Success West serves 4 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Success West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Success West's student population of 4 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Success West is 0.51, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
Hispanic
50%
12%
White
50%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
67%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Success West?
4 students attend Success West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Success West students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Success West?
Success West has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Success West offer ?
Success West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Success West part of?
Success West is part of Southern Mn Education Consortium School District.
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