Is SWMetro Level 4 Programs a good school?

SWMetro Level 4 Programs ranks in the bottom 2.2% of Minnesota alternative schools.

How many students attend SWMetro Level 4 Programs?

In the 2022-23 school year, 187 students attended SWMetro Level 4 Programs.

What is the racial makeup of SWMetro Level 4 Programs?

Students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs are 70% White, 15% African American, 7% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian, 2% American Indian.

SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Summary:

SWMetro Level 4 Programs is an alternative public school located in Jordan, Minnesota, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with an enrollment of 187 students in the 2022-2023 school year.

SWMetro Level 4 Programs stands out from the surrounding schools in several key ways. The school has a higher percentage of White students (70.05%) and African American students (14.97%) compared to the more diverse student populations in nearby schools. However, the school's academic performance is a concern, with consistently lower proficiency rates on MCA-III assessments across all grade levels, often less than half the state averages. Additionally, the school has experienced fluctuating four-year graduation rates, ranging from 35.2% to 66.6% over the past few years, which are significantly lower than the state average. The school's dropout rates have also been variable, ranging from 0% to 10%, higher than the surrounding schools.

Despite these challenges, SWMetro Level 4 Programs has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 4:1 to 6.3:1 over the past three years, which could provide a more personalized learning environment. However, this alone does not appear to be sufficient to overcome the school's academic performance issues, which may be influenced by the high percentage of students (42.68% to 64.17%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a population with a lower socioeconomic status. Overall, the analysis of SWMetro Level 4 Programs reveals a school that is struggling to meet the academic needs of its diverse student population, and may require targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes.

Detail:

Public, Alternative K-12

100 Hope Ave
Jordan, MN 55352-8888

(952) 567-8100

District: Southwest Metro Intermediate 288

SchoolDigger Rank:
862^nd of 881 Minnesota Alternative Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 6.3

Number of students: 187

Racial breakdown:

White:

70.1%

African American:

15.0%

Hispanic:

7.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 64.2%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details SWMetro Level 4 Programs ranks worse than 97.8% of elementary schools in Minnesota. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 3.23. (See more...)

Compare Details SWMetro Level 4 Programs ranks worse than 96.7% of middle schools in Minnesota. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 5.36. (See more...)

Compare Details SWMetro Level 4 Programs is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2019 the calculated Average Standard Score was 8.5. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details SWMetro Level 4 Programs has the largest alternative school student body size in the Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District. Racial makeup is: White (70.1%), African American (15%), Hispanic (7.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 64.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at SWMetro Level 4 Programs is 6.3. 2 alternative schools in the Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)

Compare SWMetro Level 4 Programs employs 29.4 full-time teachers.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

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SchoolDigger ranks SWMetro Level 4 Programs 862^nd of 881 Minnesota public elementary schools. (See SWMetro Level 4 Programs in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks SWMetro Level 4 Programs 527^th of 545 Minnesota public middle schools. (See SWMetro Level 4 Programs in the ranking list.)

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Rank History for all elementary school students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	4.84	820^th	870	5.7%
2021	4.74	818^th	869	5.9%
2023	12.80	737^th	845	12.8%
2024	3.23	862^nd	881	2.2%

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Rank History for elementary school Special Education students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	24.37	418^th	515	18.8%
2021	13.91	390^th	417	6.5%
2023	34.02	374^th	524	28.6%
2024	11.64	543^rd	572	5.1%

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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	28.99	599^th	774	22.6%

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Rank History for elementary school Male students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	11.27	718^th	798	10.0%
2021	5.15	747^th	784	4.7%
2023	10.95	716^th	799	10.4%
2024	1.53	823^rd	826	0.4%

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Rank History for elementary school White students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	0.11	721^st	722	0.1%
2021	0.36	710^th	710	0.0%
2023	0.20	712^th	712	0.0%

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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Rank History for all middle school students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	1.12	531^st	533	0.4%
2021	8.59	486^th	521	6.7%
2022	39.13	327^th	520	37.1%
2023	23.74	420^th	529	20.6%
2024	5.36	527^th	545	3.3%

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Rank History for middle school Special Education students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	5.30	281^st	282	0.4%
2021	26.37	214^th	260	17.7%
2022	63.25	76^th	288	73.6%
2023	59.60	97^th	298	67.4%
2024	20.10	274^th	307	10.7%

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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	1.61	415^th	415	0.0%

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Rank History for middle school Male students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	1.27	452^nd	454	0.4%
2021	4.98	427^th	437	2.3%
2023	20.74	379^th	464	18.3%
2024	2.22	477^th	479	0.4%

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Rank History for middle school White students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MN State Percentile
2019	0.19	428^th	428	0.0%
2021	2.45	419^th	422	0.7%
2023	7.28	424^th	436	2.8%

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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Rank History for all high school students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	8.50	434^th	492	11.8%

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Rank History for high school Special Education students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	29.05	154^th	195	21.0%
2019	29.11	167^th	220	24.1%

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Rank History for high school Male students at SWMetro Level 4 Programs

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MN State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2019	3.14	392^nd	411	4.6%

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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.

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education

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by a parent
Tuesday, October 26, 2021

An EBD program that sensory overloads students to the point of losing control and then proceeds to press criminal charges. It’s a dumping ground for special needs kids that truly need help. Close Quote

Enrollment information for SWMetro Level 4 Programs

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2017	87	15	2	7	5	2	118
2018	88	21	4	9	2	2	126
2019	96	22	4	6	3	2	133
2020	111	26	2	8	3	2	152
2021	117	29	3	10	2	3	164
2022	106	28	1	9	2	3	149
2023	131	28	4	14	4	6	187

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 SWMetro Level 4 Programs

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2017	118	28.3	4.1	55.1
2018	126	30.5	4.1	54
2019	133	35.0	3.7	51.9
2020	152	36.7	4.1	38.8
2021	164	40.1	4.0	42.7
2022	149	26.4	5.6	43.6
2023	187	29.4	6.3	64.2

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 SWMetro Level 4 Programs

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2017	118	28.3	4.1	55.1
2018	126	30.5	4.1	54
2019	133	35.0	3.7	51.9
2020	152	36.7	4.1	38.8
2021	164	40.1	4.0	42.7
2022	149	26.4	5.6	43.6
2023	187	29.4	6.3	64.2

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 SWMetro Level 4 Programs

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 820^th of 870 Elementary schools	Ranks 737^th of 845 Elementary schools	7%
Ranks 531^st of 533 Middle schools	Ranks 420^th of 529 Middle schools	20.2%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
4th Grade Math (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	9.1	23.1	14%
4th Grade Math (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	9.1	23.1	14%
4th Grade Math (Minnesota)	63.9	57.1	6.8%
4th Grade Reading (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	9.1	28.6	19.5%
4th Grade Reading (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	9.1	28.6	19.5%
4th Grade Reading (Minnesota)	55.4	48.4	7.1%
5th Grade Math (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	18.2	6.3	11.9%
5th Grade Math (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	18.2	5.3	12.9%
5th Grade Math (Minnesota)	52	44.4	7.6%
5th Grade Reading (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	41.7	17.7	24%
5th Grade Reading (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	41.7	15	26.7%
5th Grade Reading (Minnesota)	65.8	58.7	7%
5th Grade Science (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	16.7	20	3.3%
5th Grade Science (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	16.7	18.8	2.1%
5th Grade Science (Minnesota)	54.9	48.4	6.5%
8th Grade Math (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	6.3	14.3	8%
8th Grade Math (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	6.3	13.3	7.1%
8th Grade Math (Minnesota)	55.2	40.3	14.9%
8th Grade Reading (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	0	28.6	28.6%
8th Grade Reading (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	0	26.7	26.7%
8th Grade Reading (Minnesota)	57.7	44.8	12.9%
8th Grade Science (SWMetro Level 4 Programs)	0	8.3	8.3%
8th Grade Science (Southwest Metro Intermediate 288)	0	7.7	7.7%
8th Grade Science (Minnesota)	43	27.6	15.4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	133	187	40.6%
African American	22	28	27.3%
American Indian	3	4	33.3%
Asian	4	4
Hispanic	6	14	133.3%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	96	131	36.5%
Two or More Races	2	6	200%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	51.9%	64.2%	12.3%

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				MCA-III Math (2024)					MCA-III Reading (2024)					MCA-III Science (2024)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	MCA-III Math 4th Grade	MCA-III Math 5th Grade	MCA-III Math 6th Grade	MCA-III Math 7th Grade	MCA-III Math All Grades	MCA-III Reading 4th Grade	MCA-III Reading 5th Grade	MCA-III Reading 6th Grade	MCA-III Reading 7th Grade	MCA-III Reading All Grades	MCA-III Science 5th Grade	MCA-III Science End of Course	MCA-III Science All Grades	Total
SWMetro Level 4 Programs	Public, Alternative	K-12	100 Hope Ave	Jordan	55352	Scott County	Southwest Metro Intermediate 288	No	No	No	No	(952) 567-8100	187	29	6.3	64.2%	131 (70.1%)	28 (15.0%)	14 (7.5%)	4 (2.1%)	4 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (3.2%)								(n/a)	7.1	9.1	0.0	0.0	4.9	0.0	9.1	16.7	20.0	9.5	10.0	9.5	10.8
SWMetro Passageways	Public, Alternative	K-12	13780 McKenna Rd NW	Prior Lake	55379	Scott County	Southwest Metro Intermediate 288	No	No	No	No	(952) 567-8100	5	1	5.6		3 (60.0%)	1 (20.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (20.0%)								(n/a)
SWMetro Online Learning	Public, Virtual, Alternative	2-12	4601 Dean Lakes Blvd	Shakopee	55379	Scott County	Southwest Metro Intermediate 288	No	No	Yes	No	(952) 567-8100	39	13	3.0	30.8%	30 (76.9%)	1 (2.6%)	3 (7.7%)	1 (2.6%)	1 (2.6%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (7.7%)								(n/a)
The Anicca Program	Public, Alternative	K-12	2200 Lyman Blvd.	Chanhassen	55317	Carver County	Eastern Carver County Public School	No	No	No	No	(952) 361-6175	8	2	4.0		5 (62.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (12.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (25.0%)								(n/a)														$16,804
SWMetro Prairie Care	Public, Alternative	K-12	111 Hundertmark Rd #205n	Chaska	55318	Carver County	Southwest Metro Intermediate 288	No	No	No	No	(952) 567-8100	8	1	9.0		6 (75.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (25.0%)								(n/a)
School #532	Public, Alternative	K-12	4510 West 77th Street	Edina	55435	Hennepin County	Intermediate School District 287	No	No	No	No	(763) 205-7612	24	2	15.0	29.2%	13 (54.2%)	2 (8.3%)	4 (16.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (4.2%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (16.7%)								(n/a)
Learners Center	Public, Alternative	4-12	200 Burnsville Pkwy W	Burnsville	55337	Dakota County	Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools	No	No	No	No	(952) 707-6083	0				0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Special Educational-Non Public	Public, Alternative	K-12	5701 Normandale Rd	Edina	55424	Hennepin County	Edina Public School District	No	No	No	No	(952) 848-4960	2	0			2 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)														$4,486
Lakeville Shared Time Services	Public, Alternative	K-12	17630 Juniper Path	Lakeville	55044	Dakota County	Lakeville Area Schools	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(952) 232-2013	3	0			3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)
Senops	Public, Alternative	K-12	1001 Highway 7	Hopkins	55305	Hennepin County	Hopkins Public School District	No	No	No	No	(952) 988-4042	11	0		27.3%	7 (63.6%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (9.1%)	2 (18.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (9.1%)								(n/a)														$138,827

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