School Overview
Park Center IB World School, located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, is a comprehensive secondary school serving grades 9–12 within the Osseo Area School District (District 279). As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, it is distinguished by its commitment to the IB Diploma Programme, which offers a rigorous, globally recognized academic curriculum designed to develop students’ critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and research skills. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare students for success in higher education and the global workforce through a challenging and inquiry-based learning environment.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Park Center is known for its diverse student body and a vibrant school culture that supports a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and various student-led clubs. The school focuses on fostering a community of inclusivity and high expectations, striving to provide equitable access to advanced coursework for all students. By integrating the IB philosophy into its educational framework, Park Center works to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to navigate and contribute to an increasingly interconnected world.
1,908
Total Students
111.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White189
Hispanic289
Black719
Asian574
Two or More126
American Indian10
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    719 (37.7 %)
  • Asian
    574 (30.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    289 (15.1 %)
  • White
    189 (9.9 %)
  • Two or More
    126 (6.6 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (763)569-7600
Website: http://www.district279.org/sec/pcsh/indexbig.htm
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,908
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 111.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,098
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 209
Grades Taught
Grade 9 554
Grade 10 497
Grade 11 438
Grade 12 419

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9554
Grade 10497
Grade 11438
Grade 12419
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PARK CENTER IB WORLD SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female96350.5%
Male94549.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)