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Northwest Passage High School

High School · NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL

11345 ROBINSON DR NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Charter

Enrollment

149

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,407 of 1,992

In Coon Rapids

#8 of 14

public schools

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

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

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About Northwest Passage High School

Northwest Passage High School is a public high school in Coon Rapids, MN, part of NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL. Northwest Passage High School serves approximately 149 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Passage High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,407 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Northwest Passage High School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below MN schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 149 students, Northwest Passage High School 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.

Test scores at Northwest Passage High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Northwest Passage High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate24.5%
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,440
Chronic Absenteeism83.2%

Northwest Passage High School — Students at Northwest Passage High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2010
Math
15%
ELA
49.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
54.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
30%

* 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 Northwest Passage High School Compares

See how Northwest Passage High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in MN
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
83.2%

Location

11345 ROBINSON DR NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northwest Passage High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blaine High School (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Blaine), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coon Rapids High School (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paladin Career and Tech High School (rated 4.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Coon Rapids, see our Coon Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
COMPASS-BELL CENTER Coon Rapids 0.4 mi
Compass Online Coon Rapids 0.4 mi
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 0.6 mi 6.3
EPIPHANY SCHOOL Coon Rapids 0.6 mi 7.4
COON RAPIDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Coon Rapids 0.8 mi 5.3
Coon Rapids High School Coon Rapids 0.9 mi 6.4
Hoover Elementary BioMed Sci Egng Coon Rapids 1.1 mi 8.3
RIVER TRAIL LEARNING CTR @ LO JACOB Coon Rapids 1.5 mi 5.2
SAND CREEK ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.4 mi 7.6
MORRIS BYE ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.6 mi 5.4
Pathways Coon Rapids 1.6 mi 4.2
MISSISSIPPI ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 1.8 mi 8.3
NORTHDALE MIDDLE Coon Rapids 1.8 mi 7.1
Paladin Career and Tech High School Coon Rapids 2.1 mi 4.7
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 2.0 mi 8.4
CROSS OF CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Coon Rapids 2.5 mi 7.3
Innovation Sci & Tech Elementary Eagan 2.2 mi 4.9
ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids 3.2 mi 5.1
Athlos Leadership Academy Brooklyn Park 3.0 mi 7.3
Blaine High School Blaine 2.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,213

Median Home Value

$274,500

Median Rent

$1,345/mo

Population

34,423

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northwest Passage High School

What grades does Northwest Passage High School serve?

Northwest Passage High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Northwest Passage High School?

Northwest Passage High School has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Passage High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Passage High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northwest Passage High School rank in MN?

Northwest Passage High School ranks #1,407 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Northwest Passage High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northwest Passage 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 Northwest Passage High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northwest Passage High School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northwest Passage High School a charter school?

Yes, Northwest Passage High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Northwest Passage High School a Title I school?

No, Northwest Passage High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Passage High School?

49.7% of students at Northwest Passage 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
83.2%
4-Year Graduation
24.5%

District

NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL
District Enrollment
149
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,440
District Rank
#1 of 1

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