New Century School Secondary serves 230 students in grades 6-11.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Century School Secondary's student population of 230 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Century School Secondary is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
97%
12%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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
How many students attend New Century School Secondary?
230 students attend New Century School Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of New Century School Secondary students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Century School Secondary?
New Century School Secondary has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Century School Secondary offer ?
New Century School Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is New Century School Secondary part of?
New Century School Secondary is part of New Century School District.
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