Serving 232 students in grades 6-12, Heritage Science & Technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 15-19% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-24% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)15-19%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)20-24%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
2%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
9%
Black
(15-16)100%
10%
White
(15-16)n/a
68%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage Science & Technology?
The graduation rate of Heritage Science & Technology is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 82%.
How many students attend Heritage Science & Technology?
232 students attend Heritage Science & Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Heritage Science & Technology students are Black.
What grades does Heritage Science & Technology offer ?
Heritage Science & Technology offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Heritage Science & Technology part of?
Heritage Science & Technology is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
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