The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≥50%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
29%
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
71%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melrose?
The graduation rate of Melrose is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Melrose?
7 students attend Melrose.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Melrose students are White, and 29% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Melrose offer ?
Melrose offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose part of?
Melrose is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Melrose located?
Melrose is located in the Wolfe Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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