Serving 409 students in grades 5-8, Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop 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 is 9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop's student population of 409 students has grown by 359% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 520% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop 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 Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
88%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop's ranking?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is ranked #1706 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop?
409 students attend Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop offer ?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop part of?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is part of Hiawatha Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop located?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is located in the Northrop neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Northrop.
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