The top reported proficiency rate is 23% in English language arts. The lowest is 4% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Northeast College Prep
Northeast College Prep is a single-school charter district in Hennepin County that serves kindergarten through eighth grade. Because it does not include high school grades, there is no graduation rate to report, and state test results cover math, reading, and science in the grade levels that Minnesota tests. The school operates as a charter, meaning it has its own governing board and admissions process independent of the local district boundaries.
The student body is small and predominantly made up of Black and Hispanic students, with a smaller white population and very small numbers of students identifying as Asian, American Indian, or two or more races. Data on students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals, receive special education services, or are English learners was not available, so a fuller picture of economic and learning support needs is not possible from this information alone.
Academic performance on state assessments is a soft spot. Across math, reading, and science, the share of students scoring proficient is well below state averages. In math, for instance, proficiency rates in most grades are in the single digits or low double digits, with only sixth grade reaching a somewhat higher level. Reading shows a wider range: fourth grade posts the lowest proficiency, while sixth and eighth grades show modestly higher rates, though still below what is typical across the state. Science results are very low, with no eighth-grade students reaching proficiency. The school’s overall proficiency index across all tested subjects and grades places it in the bottom quarter among Hennepin County’s districts. A parent considering this school would want to look into classroom instruction, curriculum, and any academic intervention programs with the school directly, given these results.
Chronic absenteeism, defined as missing a substantial portion of the school year, is relatively high compared with other districts in Hennepin County. The rate is above the county median, which is a concern because high absenteeism is linked to lower achievement. A family evaluating the school may want to ask what strategies are in place to support regular attendance and re-engage students who miss school.
On the resource side, per-pupil spending is in the upper range among county districts, suggesting the school dedicates comparatively more funding per student. Without details on how that money is allocated, it is hard to say whether it goes toward academic support, facilities, staff, or other areas.
Because this is a charter school, enrollment is open to any Minnesota student, though a lottery may be used if demand exceeds capacity. The school does not have a high school, so families planning ahead would need to consider where students will attend after eighth grade. Northeast College Prep offers a self-contained K-8 pathway in a small setting, with a student body that is primarily Black and Hispanic. The academic results and attendance patterns are areas where a parent would want to seek further information from the school to understand the environment and support available for their child.
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