Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, El Colegio Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). 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.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Colegio Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
El Colegio Charter School's student population of 96 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
El Colegio Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Colegio Charter School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
100%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Colegio Charter School's ranking?
El Colegio Charter School is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are El Colegio Charter School often compared to?
El Colegio Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Colegio Charter School?
The graduation rate of El Colegio Charter School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend El Colegio Charter School?
96 students attend El Colegio Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of El Colegio Charter School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Colegio Charter School?
El Colegio Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does El Colegio Charter School offer ?
El Colegio Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is El Colegio Charter School part of?
El Colegio Charter School is part of El Colegio Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is El Colegio Charter School located?
El Colegio Charter School is located in the Bancroft neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Bancroft.
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