Newport Academy serves 17 students in grades 7-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newport Academy's student population of 17 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Newport Academy is 0.11, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
6%
12%
White
94%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)23.5%
31.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Newport Academy?
The graduation rate of Newport Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Newport Academy?
17 students attend Newport Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Newport Academy students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newport Academy?
Newport Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newport Academy offer ?
Newport Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Newport Academy part of?
Newport Academy is part of St. Cloud Public School District.
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