Needs Improvement
#1921 of 1,992 schools in MN
Next Step Transition Program
High School · South Washington County Schools
7155 80TH ST S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Cottage Grove. Learn more
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
31.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
31.7:1
Score
3.7
Grades
12th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,921 of 1,992
In Cottage Grove
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#25 of 26
South Washington County Schools
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Next Step Transition Program
High School in Cottage Grove · grades 12th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Next Step Transition Program
Next Step Transition Program is a public high school in Cottage Grove, MN, part of South Washington County Schools. Next Step Transition Program serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 12th-12th, and has a 31.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Next Step Transition Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,921 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Next Step Transition Program is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Next Step Transition Program runs 31.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Next Step Transition Program 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Next Step Transition Program Compares
See how Next Step Transition Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7155 80TH ST S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Next Step Transition Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Washington Alternative HS (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Park High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cottage Grove, see our Cottage Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PINE HILL ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Park High School Cottage Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| PULLMAN ELEMENTARY Saint Paul Park | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul Park | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| South Washington Alternative HS Cottage Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed Cottage Grove | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Access Cottage Grove | 1.6 mi | — |
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| GREY CLOUD ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| COTTAGE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Woodbury | 3.9 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW LIFE ACADEMY Woodbury | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,295
Median Home Value
$358,800
Median Rent
$1,653/mo
Population
39,925
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Next Step Transition Program
What grades does Next Step Transition Program serve?
Next Step Transition Program serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Next Step Transition Program?
Next Step Transition Program has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Next Step Transition Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Next Step Transition Program is 31.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Next Step Transition Program rank in MN?
Next Step Transition Program ranks #1,921 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Next Step Transition Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Next Step Transition Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Next Step Transition Program a charter school?
No, Next Step Transition Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Next Step Transition Program a Title I school?
No, Next Step Transition Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Next Step Transition Program?
45.3% of students at Next Step Transition Program 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
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (651) 425-5104
Resources & Links
District
South Washington County Schools- District Enrollment
- 19,360
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,992
- District Rank
- #25 of 26
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