Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (11-12)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers (13-14)
19 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
2%
Asian
(11-12)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(11-12)n/a
7%
Black
(11-12)n/a
9%
White
(11-12)100%
73%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
2%
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 is the graduation rate of Basic Skills?
The graduation rate of Basic Skills is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Basic Skills?
1 students attend Basic Skills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Basic Skills students are White.
What grades does Basic Skills offer ?
Basic Skills offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basic Skills part of?
Basic Skills is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Basic Skills located?
Basic Skills is located in the Jordan neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Jordan.
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