Access serves 10 students in grades 10-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 72%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Access ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Access's student population of 10 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Access is 0.77, 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)
(09-10)20-24%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)50-59%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
30%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
30%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Access often compared to?
Accessis often viewed alongside schools like Abe Diploma Program, A. G. A. P. E. Teen Parent by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% MN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Access?
The graduation rate of Access is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Access?
10 students attend Access.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Access students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What grades does Access offer ?
Access offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Access part of?
Access is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
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