Minnesota Transitions Charter School

The Minnesota Transitions Charter School district consists of 9 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 5 high schools, serving students in the area. The district as a whole is ranked 400 out of 463 in Minnesota and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students.

Within the district, a few schools stand out. Banaadir Elementary and Banaadir Secondary have student populations that are 100% African American, which is significantly higher than the district and state averages. These schools also have very low proficiency rates on the MCA-III assessments, with many grades and subjects having 0% proficiency. In contrast, Minnesota Connections Academy 7-12, the largest school in the district with 2,889 students, has a relatively diverse student population but still struggles academically, ranking in the bottom 25% of Minnesota high schools and only achieving 1 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger.

The data reveals significant challenges across the district, with low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and consistently lower-than-state-average proficiency rates on standardized tests. These issues are likely exacerbated by the high rates of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Additionally, the district's virtual schools, such as Minnesota Virtual Schools, appear to be struggling to effectively serve their students. Overall, the Minnesota Transitions Charter School district faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students, and addressing these issues will be crucial for improving outcomes in the future.