Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Summary:

Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric is a public charter high school in Maple Grove, Minnesota, serving 225 students in grades 9-12. This high-performing school consistently outperforms the state and nearby schools on academic measures, making it a standout educational institution in the local area.

Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric has a diverse student population and maintains high graduation rates, ranging from 82.3% to 91.1% in recent years. The school's academic performance is exceptional, with 61.7% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in Math and 68.18% of 10th-grade students proficient or better in Reading, significantly higher than the state averages. Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric also ranks highly for its performance among specific student subgroups, such as ranking 3rd out of 402 Minnesota high schools for its White student performance.

Compared to nearby schools like Champlin Park High School, Alternative Learning Center Senior High, and 279Online Learning Program 9-12, Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric outperforms them on academic measures and has a lower student-teacher ratio, suggesting more individualized attention for its students. The school's diverse student population and focus on academic excellence make it a standout choice for families in the Anoka-Hennepin School District and the Osseo Public School District.


Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

 11201 96th Ave N
       Maple Grove, MN  55369-3676


(763) 496-1416

District: Parnassus Preparatory Charter School

SchoolDigger Rank:
18th of 480 Minnesota High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,792 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  12.5 Help
Number of students:  225

Racial breakdown:

White:
43.1%
African American:
39.1%
Asian:
7.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  34.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric ranks better than 96.3% of high schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 92.91. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric 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 Racial makeup is: White (43.1%), African American (39.1%), Asian (7.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 34.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric is 12.5. (See more...)
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Compare Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric employs 17.9 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric is $9,792.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric:

SchoolDigger ranks Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric 18th of 480 Minnesota public high schools. (See Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Parnassus Preparatory Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Parnassus Preparatory Charter School 91st of 463 Minnesota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

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Rank History for all students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 86.49 38th 492 92.3%
2021 83.39 41st 428 90.4%
2022 95.88 5th 472 98.9%
2023 89.23 34th 476 92.9%
2024 92.91 18th 480 96.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 76.13 65th 389 83.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.08 70th 395 82.3%
2019 54.94 207th 401 48.4%
2021 69.54 91st 339 73.2%
2022 88.14 15th 388 96.1%
2023 78.64 65th 396 83.6%
2024 87.91 30th 403 92.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 98.41 1st 403 99.8%
2023 91.57 20th 398 95.0%
2024 93.34 14th 405 96.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 37.12 43rd 68 36.8%
2022 67.03 30th 102 70.6%
2024 81.94 9th 109 91.7%
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Rank History for White students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 90.36 15th 412 96.4%
2021 97.56 3rd 364 99.2%
2022 98.15 3rd 401 99.3%
2023 98.19 5th 398 98.7%
2024 98.73 3rd 402 99.3%
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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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Enrollment information for Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2015 12 10 1 3 0 0 0 0 26
2016 21 9 1 4 0 0 2 0 37
2017 31 10 4 7 0 0 5 0 57
2018 52 33 7 5 0 0 7 0 104
2019 66 38 11 6 0 0 8 0 129
2020 52 40 9 9 0 0 11 0 121
2021 81 54 12 14 0 0 12 0 173
2022 95 66 15 16 1 0 11 0 204
2023 97 88 17 15 0 0 8 0 225

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 Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2015 26 2.0 13.0 30.8
2016 37 5.0 7.4 24.3
2017 57 9.0 6.2 28.1
2018 104 13.8 7.4 32.7
2019 129 16.8 7.6 21.7
2020 121 16.9 7.1 20.7
2021 173 14.2 12.1 21.4
2022 204 17.8 11.4 23.5
2023 225 17.9 12.5 34.7

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 Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2015 26 2.0 13.0 30.8
2016 37 5.0 7.4 24.3
2017 57 9.0 6.2 28.1
2018 104 13.8 7.4 32.7
2019 129 16.8 7.6 21.7
2020 121 16.9 7.1 20.7
2021 173 14.2 12.1 21.4
2022 204 17.8 11.4 23.5
2023 225 17.9 12.5 34.7

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.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $9,792

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 38th of 492 High schoolsRanks 34th of 476 High schools
 0.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
10th Grade Reading (Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric)77.460
 17.4%
   10th Grade Reading (Parnassus Preparatory Charter School)77.460
 17.4%
   10th Grade Reading (Minnesota)60.451.7
 8.7%
11th Grade Math (Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric)71.464.3
 7.1%
   11th Grade Math (Parnassus Preparatory Charter School)71.464.3
 7.1%
   11th Grade Math (Minnesota)4536
 9%
End of Course Science (Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric)6365.9
 3%
   End of Course Science (Parnassus Preparatory Charter School)6365.9
 3%
   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 Students129225
 74.4%
African American3888
 131.6%
American Indian00
Asian1117
 54.5%
Hispanic615
 150%
Pacific Islander00
White6697
 47%
Two or More Races88
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients21.7%34.7%
 13%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric

Students at Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric are 43% White, 39% African American, 8% Asian, 7% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races.

Yes! Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 18th of 480 Minnesota high schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 225 students attended Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric.


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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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