Serving 116 students in grades 6-8, Venture Academy Middle 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venture Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Venture Academy Middle School's student population of 116 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Venture Academy Middle 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 Venture Academy Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1761 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
10%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
45%
12%
Black
34%
12%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Venture Academy Middle School's ranking?
Venture Academy Middle School is ranked #1761 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Venture Academy Middle School?
116 students attend Venture Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Venture Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venture Academy Middle School?
Venture Academy Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Venture Academy Middle School offer ?
Venture Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Venture Academy Middle School part of?
Venture Academy Middle School is part of Venture Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Venture Academy Middle School located?
Venture Academy Middle School is located in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Prospect Park.
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