Banaadir Secondary

Banaadir Secondary is a charter high school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, located at 1201 Bryant Avenue N. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 112 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1 with eight full-time equivalent teachers. Banaadir focuses on supporting its diverse community with a wide range of programs aimed at fostering social and emotional development alongside academic progress.

Academically, Banaadir Secondary has room for improvement, as reflected in its MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 out of 10 and state ranking of #2010 out of 2,027 schools in Minnesota. The school’s average proficiency rates show that 21% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 16% meet these standards in Math. While the academic performance metrics indicate areas for growth, Banaadir Secondary continues to work diligently to support its students and their families within a vibrant urban setting.

The school is nestled in a large city environment where it can leverage community resources and partnerships to enhance educational opportunities.

With an enrollment of 112 students, Banaadir Secondary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Banaadir Secondary is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.