Serving 68 students in grades 7-12, Riverway Secondary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverway Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverway Secondary's student population of 68 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverway Secondary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverway Secondary is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
81%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
What is Riverway Secondary's ranking?
Riverway Secondary is ranked #1578 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverway Secondary?
The graduation rate of Riverway Secondary is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Riverway Secondary?
68 students attend Riverway Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riverway Secondary students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverway Secondary?
Riverway Secondary has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverway Secondary offer ?
Riverway Secondary offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverway Secondary part of?
Riverway Secondary is part of Riverway Learning Community Charter School District.
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