Serving 29 students in grades 9-12, 916 Mahtomedi Academy 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
916 Mahtomedi Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
916 Mahtomedi Academy's student population of 29 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of 916 Mahtomedi Academy is 0.78, which is more 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)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
31%
60%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of 916 Mahtomedi Academy?
The graduation rate of 916 Mahtomedi Academy is 30-39%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend 916 Mahtomedi Academy?
29 students attend 916 Mahtomedi Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of 916 Mahtomedi Academy students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of 916 Mahtomedi Academy?
916 Mahtomedi Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does 916 Mahtomedi Academy offer ?
916 Mahtomedi Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is 916 Mahtomedi Academy part of?
916 Mahtomedi Academy is part of Northeast Metro 916 School District.
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