Serving 2 students in grades 6-12, Swmetro Jaf 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 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swmetro Jaf ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Swmetro Jaf's student population of 2 students has declined by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swmetro Jaf is 0.51, which is less 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)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
Black
50%
12%
White
50%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
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 58% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
How many students attend Swmetro Jaf?
2 students attend Swmetro Jaf.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Swmetro Jaf students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swmetro Jaf?
Swmetro Jaf has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swmetro Jaf offer ?
Swmetro Jaf offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swmetro Jaf part of?
Swmetro Jaf is part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District.
School Reviews
Review Swmetro Jaf. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
