New Century Academy

New Century Academy is a public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in Hutchinson, Minnesota, with a total enrollment of 117 students. While this is the only school in the data set, the available information provides valuable insights into its performance and characteristics.

Academically, New Century Academy faces significant challenges, with student test scores consistently falling well below the state averages across all subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, only 5.88% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in Math, compared to the state average of 34.99%. The school's four-year graduation rate of 64.5% is also relatively low, and its dropout rate of 25.8% is concerning.

Socioeconomic factors may play a role in the school's performance, as a majority (56.41%) of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. Additionally, the school's high student-teacher ratio of 25.7 suggests that students may not be receiving the individualized attention and support they need. To improve student outcomes, New Century Academy may need to implement targeted interventions, increase staffing and resources, and address the unique needs of its student community.