The top reported proficiency rate is 0% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Edvisions Off Campus School
EdVisions Off Campus School is a Minnesota public charter school serving grades seven through twelve under a project-based online learning model. It operates as its own single-school district and is authorized by a state-approved authorizer. The school is located in Henderson, a small historic river town in Sibley County whose economy has long been rooted in agriculture. Henderson lost its county seat role decades ago, and its population has been stable to very slowly growing since. Housing values in the school’s ZIP code sit somewhat above both the state and national medians, reflecting the area’s modest but not inexpensive market.
The school’s enrollment is small. The student body is predominantly white, with smaller shares of students identifying as two or more races and very small numbers from other racial and ethnic groups. A modest share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not reported.
Academically, the picture is mixed and worth a close look. On the most recent state assessments administered in grades seven and eight, the school reported zero percent proficiency in both math and reading for those grade levels. However, when the school’s performance is considered across all tested grades together, the proficiency rate was higher in reading and lower in math. This suggests that students in the upper grades may have performed differently, though the data does not break out results for each high school grade. Overall, the school’s proficiency index placed it in the bottom quartile relative to the handful of other districts in Sibley County. A family considering this school would want to ask about the specific math and reading supports available, particularly for middle school students, and what the school’s approach to online, project-based learning does to address these gaps.
Science results for grade eight were suppressed due to small numbers, with a low participation rate, so no clear picture can be drawn from that subject. The school’s four-year graduation rate was not available in the data, so it is unclear how many students finish on time. Other measures like chronic absenteeism and discipline were also missing, making it hard to assess the school environment from outside.
The school is the only charter in Henderson and draws students from a wide area. The town itself offers a compact walkable core with a public library, several parks, river trails, and a handful of local businesses. While there is no public transit, outdoor recreation is accessible. The school’s online model means that much of a student’s day is spent working remotely, which reduces the role of the physical school building as a community hub.
EdVisions Off Campus School may fit families who are seeking a non-traditional, online, project-based approach for a student in grades seven through twelve and who are comfortable with a very small school setting. The academic results, especially in math, are well below typical performance levels for the county, so families should investigate what instruction and intervention the school provides and how it tracks student progress over time. The lack of graduation, attendance, and discipline data makes it prudent to request those figures directly from the school.
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