Ronald Mcdonald House serves 8 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ronald Mcdonald House ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ronald Mcdonald House's student population of 8 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Motto
The House that Love Built
School Mascot
Bernie The House Dog
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ronald Mcdonald House is 0.66, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
38%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
25%
12%
White
37%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bernie The House Dog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ronald Mcdonald House?
8 students attend Ronald Mcdonald House.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ronald Mcdonald House students are American Indian, 37% of students are White, and 25% of students are Black.
What grades does Ronald Mcdonald House offer ?
Ronald Mcdonald House offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ronald Mcdonald House part of?
Ronald Mcdonald House is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ronald Mcdonald House located?
Ronald Mcdonald House is located in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Prospect Park.
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