METRO SCHOOLS CHARTER

METRO SCHOOLS CHARTER is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Metro Schools Charter school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 254 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, METRO SCHOOLS CHARTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Metro Schools (often referred to as METRO SCHOOLS CHARTER or Metro Schools College Prep) is a public charter school located in the Near North neighborhood of Minneapolis. Serving students in grades K-12, the school is designed to provide a focused academic environment that prioritizes college readiness and character development. The institution operates with a commitment to closing the achievement gap by offering a personalized learning experience that caters to a diverse student body, often emphasizing small class sizes and a structured, supportive atmosphere.

The school's academic model is built around the mission of preparing students not only for high school graduation but for long-term success in higher education and the professional workforce. By integrating rigorous curriculum standards with intentional social-emotional support, Metro Schools aims to foster a community where students from various backgrounds can excel. As a charter institution, it operates with autonomy, allowing it to implement specific educational strategies, such as extended school days or targeted intervention programs, intended to improve student outcomes in an urban educational setting.

For more information, contact METRO SCHOOLS CHARTER at (612) 722-2555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.