Serving 16 students in grades 9-12, Compass Online 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compass Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Compass Online's student population of 16 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Compass Online is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)21-39%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
44%
12%
White
25%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compass Online?
The graduation rate of Compass Online is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Compass Online?
16 students attend Compass Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Compass Online students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Compass Online offer ?
Compass Online offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Compass Online part of?
Compass Online is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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