Serving 410 students in grades 7-12, Great River School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Great River School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great River School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Great River School integrates academic and social experiences in an
environment of civility and trust. The Montessori philosophy and
the International Baccalaureate diploma program inform the
curriculum and pedagogy, inspiring deep questioning and peaceful
action.Great River School fosters self-expression in a supportive
environment that values critical thinking and the richness and
strength of a diverse community.Great River School encourages
students to seek new challenges and explore their abilities.
Instruction through travel, practical learning, the arts, and
micro-economic ventures provide relevant skills to meet the world
with compassion and a sense of responsibility.
Great River School is ranked #596 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Great River School often compared to?
Great River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avalon School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great River School?
The graduation rate of Great River School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Great River School?
410 students attend Great River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Great River School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great River School?
Great River School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great River School offer ?
Great River School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Great River School part of?
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