Serving 57 students in grades 7-12, Jennings Community 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jennings Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jennings Community School's student population of 57 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jennings Community School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
19%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
44%
12%
White
23%
60%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jennings Community School?
The graduation rate of Jennings Community School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jennings Community School?
57 students attend Jennings Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jennings Community School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jennings Community School?
Jennings Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jennings Community School offer ?
Jennings Community School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennings Community School part of?
Jennings Community School is part of Jennings Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Jennings Community School located?
Jennings Community School is located in the Saint Anthony Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in Saint Anthony Park.
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