Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, Voa High School 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 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
The diversity score of Voa High School is 0.54, 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.
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 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Voa High School?
The graduation rate of Voa High School is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Voa High School?
71 students attend Voa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Voa High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voa High School?
Voa High School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
