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#799 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 40% in state
Fair High
High School · Minneapolis Public School District
10 S 10TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#799 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#42 of 125
public schools
In district
#31 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Fair High
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About Fair High
Fair High is a public high school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Fair High serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fair High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #799 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Fair High show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Fair High 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
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Fair High — Students at Fair High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Fair High Compares
See how Fair High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10 S 10TH ST, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fair High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LORING-NICOLLET HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MERC (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, STADIUM VIEW (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LORING-NICOLLET HIGH Minneapolis | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| WELLSTONE INTERNATIONAL HIGH Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Wellstone International High - SWS Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CHILD GARDEN MONTESSORI Minneapolis | 0.4 mi | — |
| Metro College Prep Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SET Academy Middle Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| SET Academy Elementary Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Metro 2 Online Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | — |
| DOWNTOWN CAMPUS Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LOVEWORKS ACADEMY FOR ARTS Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| MN International Middle Chr School Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Twin Cities International Schools Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| STADIUM VIEW Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| DELASALLE HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SIEMBRA MONTESSORI / CENTRO TYRONE GUZMAN Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | — |
| MERC Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MERC Extended Minneapolis | 1.4 mi | — |
| Banaadir Academy Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Banaadir Secondary Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,928
Median Home Value
$285,200
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
17,354
College Educated
59.3%
Homeownership
25.1%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHATFIELD SECONDARY Chatfield, MN | 6.6 |
| DAWSON-BOYD SECONDARY Dawson, MN | 6.6 |
| EDEN VALLEY SECONDARY Eden Valley, MN | 6.6 |
| MACCRAY Secondary Clara City, MN | 6.6 |
| MINNEWASKA SECONDARY Glenwood, MN | 6.6 |
| NASHWAUK SECONDARY Nashwauk, MN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fair High
What grades does Fair High serve?
Fair High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fair High?
Fair High has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fair High?
The student-teacher ratio at Fair High is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fair High rank in MN?
Fair High ranks #799 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Fair High's MySchoolScout rating?
Fair High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Fair High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fair High has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Fair High a charter school?
No, Fair High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fair High a Title I school?
No, Fair High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fair High?
66.9% of students at Fair High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.0%
- Phone
- (612) 668-1060
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #31 of 78
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