Shelters serves 11 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment was 64% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
18%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
46%
12%
White
36%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shelters?
11 students attend Shelters.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Shelters students are Black, 36% of students are White, and 18% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Shelters offer ?
Shelters offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Shelters part of?
Shelters is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
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