Serving 438 students in grades 5-8, Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop's student population of 438 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 109% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Hispanic
93%
12%
Black
6%
12%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop's ranking?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is ranked #1706 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop?
438 students attend Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop offer ?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop part of?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is part of Hiawatha Academies School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop located?
Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop is located in the Northrop neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Northrop.
School Reviews
Review Hiawatha College Prep - Northrop. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
