High Schools in St. Francis Area Schools

The St. Francis Area Schools district in Minnesota is home to four high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. The data reveals stark performance differences among these schools, with St. Francis High consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while the alternative high schools, Saints Academy and Saints Online High School, struggle with lower test scores and graduation rates.

St. Francis High stands out as a top-performing school, ranked among the best in Minnesota with a 4-star rating. It maintains a strong 90.9% four-year graduation rate and a low 2.2% dropout rate, while also outperforming the district and state in MCA-III test scores for math, reading, and science. In contrast, Saints Academy and Saints Online High School face greater challenges, with lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates, as well as significantly lower test scores in many categories.

The data also reveals differences in student demographics, with St. Francis High having a higher percentage of White students compared to the other schools, which serve more diverse student populations. Additionally, the higher free/reduced lunch rates at Transition 15 and Saints Academy suggest that these schools serve a more economically disadvantaged student population, which may contribute to the performance gaps observed. Overall, the analysis highlights the need for targeted support and resources to improve student outcomes across all high schools in the St. Francis Area Schools district.