Afsa High School

Summary:

Afsa High School is a public charter high school located in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, serving grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 175 students. The school has seen a gradual decline in its student racial diversity over the past few years, with the percentage of white students increasing from 69.88% in 2020-2021 to 56% in 2022-2023.

Afsa High School consistently underperforms the state average on standardized tests like the MCA-III in Math, Reading, and Science across all grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, only 21.95% of 11th graders were proficient or better in Math, compared to the state average of 34.99%. While the school's four-year graduation rate has improved, reaching 93.1% in 2021-2022, its dropout rate remains higher than the state average at 1.7%. Additionally, Afsa High School has a significantly higher percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, reaching 54.29% in 2022-2023, compared to the nearby Roseville Area Senior High (48.09%) and Gentry Academy High (4.76%).

Despite the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.5 in 2022-2023, compared to the higher ratios of 22.9 at Roseville Area Senior High and 18 at Gentry Academy High, the academic outcomes suggest that more comprehensive interventions and support may be needed to address the underlying issues and improve student success at Afsa High School.


Detail:

Public, Charter 7-12

 100 Vadnais Blvd
       Vadnais Heights, MN  55127-8888


(651) 209-3910

District: Afsa High School

SchoolDigger Rank:
376th of 480 Minnesota High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,622 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  10.5 Help
Number of students:  175

Racial breakdown:

White:
56.0%
Hispanic:
16.6%
African American:
15.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.3% Help


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Compare Details Afsa High School ranks worse than 61.5% of middle schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 40.61. (See more...)
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Compare Details Afsa High School ranks worse than 78.3% of high schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 24.47. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Afsa High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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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 Afsa High School is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (56%), Hispanic (16.6%), African American (15.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 54.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Afsa High School is 10.5. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Afsa High School is $16,622.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Afsa High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Afsa High School 335th of 545 Minnesota public middle schools. (See Afsa High School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Afsa High School 376th of 480 Minnesota public high schools. (See Afsa High School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Afsa High School 356th of 463 Minnesota school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Afsa High School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2012 39.01 342nd 469 27.1%
2013 57.93 198th 488 59.4%
2014 25.42 401st 490 18.2%
2015 25.88 411th 516 20.3%
2016 47.81 275th 508 45.9%
2017 59.07 224th 523 57.2%
2018 44.93 330th 518 36.3%
2019 30.01 402nd 533 24.6%
2021 23.46 416th 521 20.2%
2022 25.22 398th 520 23.5%
2024 40.61 335th 545 38.5%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.37 341st 401 15.0%
2019 28.60 323rd 415 22.2%
2021 5.10 398th 399 0.3%
2022 44.61 220th 404 45.5%
2024 38.16 306th 473 35.3%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.74 286th 436 34.4%
2019 44.25 273rd 439 37.8%
2021 27.31 343rd 443 22.6%
2022 35.81 323rd 467 30.8%
2024 42.89 281st 474 40.7%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.19 270th 438 38.4%
2019 16.56 394th 454 13.2%
2021 20.22 367th 437 16.0%
2022 13.99 428th 476 10.1%
2024 41.55 285th 479 40.5%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.30 253rd 428 40.9%
2019 20.80 378th 428 11.7%
2021 43.72 239th 422 43.4%
2022 24.04 361st 438 17.6%
2024 43.48 253rd 440 42.5%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Afsa High School

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Rank History for all high school students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 47.06 331st 433 23.6%
2005 52.77 316th 452 30.1%
2006 54.73 265th 450 41.1%
2007 29.70 355th 463 23.3%
2008 46.30 317th 460 31.1%
2010 55.91 291st 540 46.1%
2011 59.77 275th 545 49.5%
2012 43.98 355th 539 34.1%
2013 55.90 282nd 534 47.2%
2014 50.99 282nd 483 41.6%
2015 72.81 128th 504 74.6%
2016 53.16 271st 489 44.6%
2017 73.97 124th 489 74.6%
2018 79.22 87th 494 82.4%
2019 65.06 186th 492 62.2%
2021 47.76 247th 428 42.3%
2022 50.67 259th 472 45.1%
2023 38.16 323rd 476 32.1%
2024 24.47 376th 480 21.7%
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Rank History for high school Special Education students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.63 4th 195 97.9%
2019 82.48 27th 220 87.7%
2021 54.41 71st 173 59.0%
2023 68.53 50th 216 76.9%
2024 45.02 123rd 221 44.3%
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Rank History for high school Low Socio Economic Status students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 76.44 60th 374 84.0%
2019 58.75 149th 370 59.7%
2021 34.66 198th 270 26.7%
2022 47.79 163rd 312 47.8%
2023 39.03 255th 393 35.1%
2024 28.37 301st 389 22.6%
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Rank History for high school Female students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.41 121st 395 69.4%
2019 55.17 206th 401 48.6%
2021 59.44 151st 339 55.5%
2022 48.24 224th 388 42.3%
2023 51.70 205th 396 48.2%
2024 28.07 306th 403 24.1%
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Rank History for high school Male students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.89 66th 398 83.4%
2019 63.80 157th 411 61.8%
2021 38.51 233rd 351 33.6%
2022 45.33 243rd 403 39.7%
2023 24.14 329th 398 17.3%
2024 16.09 362nd 405 10.6%
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Rank History for high school Hispanic students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 39.10 83rd 136 39.0%
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Rank History for high school White students at Afsa High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.06 45th 414 89.1%
2019 64.16 151st 412 63.3%
2021 47.76 207th 364 43.1%
2022 50.41 218th 401 45.6%
2023 33.94 295th 398 25.9%
2024 23.19 338th 402 15.9%
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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

Review counts

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Reviews:
by a parent
Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Open Quote AFSA has been a wonderful school choice for our kids who have attended in middle school and high school. AFSA prepares students for the real world, including emphasizing presentation skills, focusing on science fair projects (many AFAS students make it to state science fair competition) and offering lots of support for students in reaching their goals. AFAS offers many interesting and enriching clubs and events such as Robotics, Destination Imagination, theatre, dance, community clean up, volunteering and more. AFSA does a great job preparing students for post high school success including college prep, vocational school prep and career prep like applying for jobs, interviewing, etc. I highly recommend AFSA. Close Quote


by a citizen
Sunday, June 10, 2018

Open Quote I heard that the principle and school board made the decision to take students across the state lines without parental approval. How is that possible? I would think that could constitute kidnapping and charges should be brought up. Shame on you Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, June 10, 2018

Open Quote The director/principal of the school needs a long vacation, like permanently. She decided that she would move the senior camping trip that was planned for Stillwater, to Downsville WI, which she did not disclose to parents or students until they were already on the bus, the reason is till unclear. IWhen I called her on it, her explanation was basically that she could do it because we had previously given permission for the trip. When I argued with her that we had not given permission for her to take them to Wisconsin, she didn't seem to even grasp that it was unacceptable. I spoke with the head of the school board, and he didn't seem to get it either. The only thing that effected them at all was my threat to go to the media. I decided not to do that, due to not wanting to ruin my daughter's last days before graduation. Any criticism on their website is deleted immediately. This was not my first run in with her, as she very often oversteps her bounds where the kids are concerned. There were lots of problems at AFSA this past year, apparently her main concern is the schools reputation. Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, June 2, 2018

Open Quote My child is a tenth grade student in this school. We are finding the school is fun to attend yet staff struggle to comply with basics that the school touts as a strength. One example would be the grade web site. The school stresses the importance of checking this site with your child and also tells you to check there to see what your child is missing when they are out ill. My child was out ill for two days, so we checked the site and found there were no assignments posted. I then checked in once a week and found most teachers were not posting upcoming assignments. With two weeks left in the trimester, one of my child's teachers entered the majority of assignments and grades for the entire trimester. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, November 13, 2014

Open Quote The Director of this school is one of the most unprofessional individuals I have ever dealt with. It is quite concernng to me that this person would be in charge of an institution that is responsible for educating our youth and preparing them for going out into the world and being the best that they can be. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Open Quote I had a daughter graduate from AFSA in 2010. I felt at the time that she was well prepared for the University of Minnesota and I was right. she has been on the deans list there. I loved that she could be on the soccer and nordic ski teams even though she was not a star player. I also really appreciated that she had the opportunity and was encouraged to do science fair projects which have led to lots of opportunities in highschool and also post-graduate. I will be sending my 7th grader there this fall. I am thankful for teachers who care. I think my daughter had a better education than my other child who went to the traditional highschool. Close Quote


by a student
Thursday, October 21, 2010

Open Quote This school is just plain awesome. I love the small class sizes, and relatively close-knit student body. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Afsa High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 76 45 8 18 2 n/a n/a 0 149
2003 76 45 8 18 2 n/a n/a 0 149
2004 102 35 8 15 2 n/a n/a 0 162
2005 108 23 9 13 1 n/a n/a 0 154
2006 134 23 11 19 0 n/a n/a 0 187
2007 160 25 13 16 2 n/a n/a 0 216
2008 162 18 7 13 5 n/a n/a 0 205
2009 162 24 8 13 6 n/a n/a 0 213
2010 169 13 6 9 5 n/a n/a 0 202
2011 153 17 7 11 1 1 8 0 198
2012 191 24 20 16 3 1 6 0 261
2013 218 23 22 10 7 2 10 0 292
2014 225 20 19 13 3 1 16 0 297
2015 232 16 16 15 1 1 21 0 302
2016 213 21 12 16 1 1 25 0 289
2017 224 16 16 17 1 1 18 0 293
2018 237 29 11 20 1 0 15 0 313
2019 229 24 17 16 0 0 10 0 296
2020 169 19 8 17 0 0 8 0 221
2021 174 32 10 24 0 0 9 0 249
2022 150 32 14 30 0 0 12 0 238
2023 98 27 11 29 1 0 9 0 175

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 Afsa High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 149 12.2 12.2 51
2003 149 12.2 12.2 51
2004 162 11.2 14.5 30.2
2005 154 9.0 17.1 16.2
2006 187 11.0 17.0 26.7
2007 216 14.3 15.1 14.8
2008 205 13.6 15.1 22
2009 213 14.6 14.6 20.2
2010 202 14.5 13.8 29.7
2011 198 15.4 12.8 37.4
2012 261 18.5 14.1 42.1
2013 292 23.5 12.3 38.7
2014 297 25.9 11.4 37.4
2015 302 26.0 11.6 36.4
2016 289 26.0 11.1 36.3
2017 293 24.6 11.8 27.6
2018 313 23.9 13.0 34.2
2019 296 28.0 10.5 34.1
2020 221 19.0 11.5 30.8
2021 249 16.1 15.4 39
2022 238 16.5 14.3 47.5
2023 175 16.6 10.5 54.3

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 Afsa High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 149 12.2 12.2 51
2003 149 12.2 12.2 51
2004 162 11.2 14.5 30.2
2005 154 9.0 17.1 16.2
2006 187 11.0 17.0 26.7
2007 216 14.3 15.1 14.8
2008 205 13.6 15.1 22
2009 213 14.6 14.6 20.2
2010 202 14.5 13.8 29.7
2011 198 15.4 12.8 37.4
2012 261 18.5 14.1 42.1
2013 292 23.5 12.3 38.7
2014 297 25.9 11.4 37.4
2015 302 26.0 11.6 36.4
2016 289 26.0 11.1 36.3
2017 293 24.6 11.8 27.6
2018 313 23.9 13.0 34.2
2019 296 28.0 10.5 34.1
2020 221 19.0 11.5 30.8
2021 249 16.1 15.4 39
2022 238 16.5 14.3 47.5
2023 175 16.6 10.5 54.3

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Afsa High School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $16,622

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Afsa High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 402nd of 533 Middle schoolsRanks 398th of 520 Middle schools
 1.1%
Ranks 186th of 492 High schoolsRanks 323rd of 476 High schools
 30.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
8th Grade Math (Afsa High School)37.511.1
 26.4%
   8th Grade Math (Afsa High School)37.511.1
 26.4%
   8th Grade Math (Minnesota)55.240.1
 15.1%
8th Grade Reading (Afsa High School)43.840
 3.8%
   8th Grade Reading (Afsa High School)43.840
 3.8%
   8th Grade Reading (Minnesota)57.746.4
 11.3%
8th Grade Science (Afsa High School)35.711.8
 24%
   8th Grade Science (Afsa High School)35.711.8
 24%
   8th Grade Science (Minnesota)4329.2
 13.8%
10th Grade Reading (Afsa High School)70.941.7
 29.2%
   10th Grade Reading (Afsa High School)70.941.7
 29.2%
   10th Grade Reading (Minnesota)60.451.7
 8.7%
11th Grade Math (Afsa High School)58.233.3
 24.9%
   11th Grade Math (Afsa High School)58.233.3
 24.9%
   11th Grade Math (Minnesota)4536
 9%
End of Course Science (Afsa High School)37.721.7
 16%
   End of Course Science (Afsa High School)37.721.7
 16%
   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 Students296175
 40.9%
African American2427
 12.5%
American Indian01
Asian1711
 35.3%
Hispanic1629
 81.3%
Pacific Islander00
White22998
 57.2%
Two or More Races109
 10%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients34.1%54.3%
 20.2%


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Students at Afsa High School are 56% White, 17% Hispanic, 15% African American, 6% Asian, 5% Two or more races.

In the 2022-23 school year, 175 students attended Afsa High School.

Afsa High School ranks in the bottom 21.7% of Minnesota high schools.


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