Serving 244 students in grades 6-12, Mmsa Secondary School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mmsa Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mmsa Secondary School's student population of 244 students has grown by 388% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 533% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Mmsa Secondary School 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 Mmsa Secondary School is 0.12, 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
#1687 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
94%
12%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Mmsa Secondary School's ranking?
Mmsa Secondary School is ranked #1687 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mmsa Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Mmsa Secondary School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Mmsa Secondary School?
244 students attend Mmsa Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mmsa Secondary School students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mmsa Secondary School?
Mmsa Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mmsa Secondary School offer ?
Mmsa Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mmsa Secondary School part of?
Mmsa Secondary School is part of Minnesota Math And Science Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Mmsa Secondary School located?
Mmsa Secondary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in North End.
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