New Century School Secondary serves 284 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Century School Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Century School Secondary's student population of 284 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Century School Secondary is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
13:1
Black
97%
12%
White
3%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New Century School Secondary?
284 students attend New Century School Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of New Century School Secondary students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Century School Secondary?
New Century School Secondary has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Century School Secondary offer ?
New Century School Secondary offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is New Century School Secondary part of?
New Century School Secondary is part of New Century School District.
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