Serving 110 students in grades 6-12, Terra Nova 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terra Nova School's student population of 110 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Terra Nova School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terra Nova School is 0.29, 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
#871 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terra Nova School's ranking?
Terra Nova School is ranked #871 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terra Nova School?
The graduation rate of Terra Nova School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Terra Nova School?
110 students attend Terra Nova School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Terra Nova School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terra Nova School?
Terra Nova School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Terra Nova School offer ?
Terra Nova School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terra Nova School part of?
Terra Nova School is part of Terra Nova School District.
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