917 DCALS North

Summary:

917 DCALS North is a public high school located in West Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving grades 9-12 with a relatively small student population of 74 students. The school has a diverse racial makeup, with the largest groups being Hispanic (48.65%) and White (27.03%) students.

Despite being in operation for over a decade, 917 DCALS North consistently ranks among the lowest-performing high schools in Minnesota, scoring 0 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger for several years. The school has struggled with low academic performance, with students scoring well below state and district averages on standardized tests. Additionally, the school has experienced low graduation rates, ranging from 45.9% to 55.1% over the past five years, and high dropout rates, ranging from 0% to 11.5%. This is in stark contrast to nearby schools like Two Rivers High School, South St. Paul High School, and Humboldt High School, which significantly outperform 917 DCALS North on academic metrics.

Further analysis reveals that 917 DCALS North has a very high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 63.51% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2022-2023 school year. The school has also experienced declining student enrollment, with a decrease in the percentage of White students and an increase in the percentage of Hispanic students. Additionally, the school has faced staffing challenges, with the student-teacher ratio fluctuating significantly over the past three years. Despite these challenges, 917 DCALS North has not shown any meaningful improvement in its rankings or test scores over time, raising concerns about the school's ability to effectively serve its diverse student population.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 150 Marie Ave E
       West Saint Paul, MN  55118-8888


(651) 423-8259

District: Intermediate School District 917

SchoolDigger Rank:
445th of 480 Minnesota High Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  12.3 Help
Number of students:  74

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
48.6%
White:
27.0%
African American:
13.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  63.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details 917 DCALS North ranks worse than 92.7% of high schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 7.14. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of 917 DCALS North freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at 917 DCALS North is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (48.6%), White (27%), African American (13.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 63.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at 917 DCALS North is 12.3. 3 high schools in the Intermediate School District 917 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare 917 DCALS North employs 6 full-time teachers.
Schooldigger Rankings:

917 DCALS North was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks 917 DCALS North 445th of 480 Minnesota public high schools. (See 917 DCALS North in the ranking list.)



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Rank History for 917 DCALS North

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Rank History for all students at 917 DCALS North

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 8.83 461st 540 14.6%
2011 13.48 437th 545 19.8%
2012 8.14 469th 539 13.0%
2013 3.22 514th 534 3.7%
2018 9.11 429th 494 13.2%
2019 6.75 449th 492 8.7%
2022 5.07 453rd 472 4.0%
2023 4.78 464th 476 2.5%
2024 7.14 445th 480 7.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at 917 DCALS North

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 6.27 381st 393 3.1%
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Rank History for Female students at 917 DCALS North

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 4.02 384th 401 4.2%
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Rank History for Male students at 917 DCALS North

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 2.74 396th 403 1.7%
2023 3.08 392nd 398 1.5%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Minnesota Department of Education

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Enrollment information for 917 DCALS North

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2009 21 11 1 15 0 n/a n/a 0 48
2010 15 8 3 22 1 n/a n/a 0 49
2011 23 11 0 15 0 0 1 0 50
2012 26 6 0 20 3 0 3 0 58
2013 30 5 0 25 1 0 2 0 63
2014 19 7 1 28 1 0 0 0 56
2015 20 4 1 18 0 0 0 0 43
2016 14 3 1 16 1 0 3 0 38
2017 21 6 0 20 0 0 4 0 51
2018 10 9 2 25 1 1 6 0 54
2019 25 8 1 29 0 0 7 0 70
2020 26 13 0 29 3 0 4 0 75
2021 33 17 2 39 0 0 7 0 98
2022 31 17 1 39 0 0 4 0 92
2023 20 10 3 36 0 0 5 0 74

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at 917 DCALS North

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2009 48 4.0 12.0 n/a
2010 49 3.5 13.8 30.6
2011 50 3.5 14.0 24
2012 58 4.5 12.6 37.9
2013 63 4.2 15.0 44.4
2014 56 3.7 14.7 42.9
2015 43 3.0 14.3 39.5
2016 38 3.0 12.6 39.5
2017 51 3.4 14.7 45.1
2018 54 3.4 15.6 55.6
2019 70 3.4 20.2 34.3
2020 75 2.9 25.0 46.7
2021 98 2.5 39.2 32.7
2022 92 2.5 36.8 31.5
2023 74 6.0 12.3 63.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio 917 DCALS North

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2009 48 4.0 12.0 n/a
2010 49 3.5 13.8 30.6
2011 50 3.5 14.0 24
2012 58 4.5 12.6 37.9
2013 63 4.2 15.0 44.4
2014 56 3.7 14.7 42.9
2015 43 3.0 14.3 39.5
2016 38 3.0 12.6 39.5
2017 51 3.4 14.7 45.1
2018 54 3.4 15.6 55.6
2019 70 3.4 20.2 34.3
2020 75 2.9 25.0 46.7
2021 98 2.5 39.2 32.7
2022 92 2.5 36.8 31.5
2023 74 6.0 12.3 63.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on 917 DCALS North

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 449th of 492 High schoolsRanks 464th of 476 High schools
 6.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade Math (917 DCALS North)80
 8%
   11th Grade Math (Intermediate School District 917)4.91.6
 3.4%
   11th Grade Math (Minnesota)4536
 9%
End of Course Science (917 DCALS North)00
   End of Course Science (Intermediate School District 917)12.16.7
 5.5%
   End of Course Science (Minnesota)54.441.8
 12.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students7074
 5.7%
African American810
 25%
American Indian00
Asian13
 200%
Hispanic2936
 24.1%
Pacific Islander00
White2520
 20%
Two or More Races75
 28.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients34.3%63.5%
 29.2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about 917 DCALS North

In the 2022-23 school year, 74 students attended 917 DCALS North.

917 DCALS North ranks in the bottom 7.3% of Minnesota high schools.

Students at 917 DCALS North are 49% Hispanic, 27% White, 14% African American, 7% Two or more races, 4% Asian.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Minnesota Department of Education.

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