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Brooklyn Center High School

High School · Brooklyn Center Community Schools

6500 HUMBOLDT AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Enrollment

516

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,417 of 1,992

In Brooklyn Center

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Brooklyn Center Community Schools

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Brooklyn Center High School

5.4/10

High School in Brooklyn Center · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brooklyn Center High School

Brooklyn Center High School is a public high school in Brooklyn Center, MN, part of Brooklyn Center Community Schools. Brooklyn Center High School serves approximately 516 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Center High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,417 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Center High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

68% of students at Brooklyn Center High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,801
Chronic Absenteeism67.8%

Brooklyn Center High School — Students at Brooklyn Center High School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
25%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
26%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Brooklyn Center High School Compares

See how Brooklyn Center High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MN
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
16
8 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.8%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics16sports offered
8 boys'·8 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6500 HUMBOLDT AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn Center High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brooklyn Center Early College Acad (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn Center, see our Brooklyn Center schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Brooklyn Center Middle School Brooklyn Center 0.0 mi 4.8
Evergreen Park Elementary-STEM Brooklyn Center 0.7 mi 4.5
Brooklyn Center Elementary School Brooklyn Center 0.8 mi 3.0
Early Childhood Special Education ( Brooklyn Center 0.8 mi
Brooklyn Center ECSE Age 3 - 5 Brooklyn Center 0.8 mi
Spero Academy Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Park 1.2 mi 7.3
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Brooklyn Center 1.0 mi 4.5
Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center 1.0 mi 5.7
Monroe Elementary School - MSE Brooklyn Park 1.4 mi 5.4
STEVENSON ELEMENTARY Fridley 1.2 mi 4.2
OLSON MIDDLE Minneapolis 1.9 mi 3.9
Jenny Lind Elementary Minneapolis 1.9 mi 3.6
KIPP North Star Academy Minneapolis 1.9 mi 3.5
KIPP North Star Primary Minneapolis 1.9 mi 2.5
GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center 1.4 mi 4.9
Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center 1.6 mi 7.0
PALMER LAKE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park 1.7 mi 5.5
NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center 1.9 mi 5.5
New Millennium Academy Charter Brooklyn Center 2.2 mi 3.9
ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Center 1.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,385

Median Home Value

$243,800

Median Rent

$1,370/mo

Population

22,569

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn Center High School

What grades does Brooklyn Center High School serve?

Brooklyn Center High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brooklyn Center High School?

Brooklyn Center High School has an enrollment of approximately 516 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Center High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Center High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooklyn Center High School rank in MN?

Brooklyn Center High School ranks #1,417 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Brooklyn Center High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Center High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brooklyn Center High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Center High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brooklyn Center High School a charter school?

No, Brooklyn Center High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooklyn Center High School a Title I school?

No, Brooklyn Center High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Center High School?

81.2% of students at Brooklyn Center High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.8%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

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