Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mps Metro Dt 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mps Metro Dt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mps Metro Dt's student population of 26 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Mps Metro Dt 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 Mps Metro Dt is 0.69, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1596 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Asian
4%
7%
Black
35%
12%
White
34%
60%
Two or more races
27%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mps Metro Dt's ranking?
Mps Metro Dt is ranked #1596 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mps Metro Dt?
26 students attend Mps Metro Dt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Mps Metro Dt students are Black, 34% of students are White, 27% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mps Metro Dt?
Mps Metro Dt has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mps Metro Dt offer ?
Mps Metro Dt offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mps Metro Dt part of?
Mps Metro Dt is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mps Metro Dt located?
Mps Metro Dt is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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