Swmetro Annica Program serves 13 students in grades 5-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swmetro Annica Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Swmetro Annica Program's student population of 13 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swmetro Annica Program is 0.75, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
39%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Swmetro Annica Program?
13 students attend Swmetro Annica Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Swmetro Annica Program students are White, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swmetro Annica Program?
Swmetro Annica Program has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swmetro Annica Program offer ?
Swmetro Annica Program offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swmetro Annica Program part of?
Swmetro Annica Program is part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District.
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