Serving 33 students in grades 9-12, Takoda Prep 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 <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Takoda Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Takoda Prep's student population of 33 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
3 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Rankings
The diversity score of Takoda Prep is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
73%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Takoda Prep?
The graduation rate of Takoda Prep is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Takoda Prep?
33 students attend Takoda Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Takoda Prep students are American Indian, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Takoda Prep offer ?
Takoda Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Takoda Prep part of?
Takoda Prep is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Takoda Prep located?
Takoda Prep is located in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Seward.
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