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#926 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 46% in state

Pact Charter Secondary

High School · PACT CHARTER SCHOOL

7250 E RAMSEY PKWY NW, Ramsey, MN 55303

Charter

Enrollment

576

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#926 of 1,992

In Ramsey

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

PACT CHARTER SCHOOL

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Pact Charter Secondary

6.3/10

High School in Ramsey · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Brookside Elementary

9.4/10

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7.1/10

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About Pact Charter Secondary

Pact Charter Secondary is a public high school in Ramsey, MN, part of PACT CHARTER SCHOOL. Pact Charter Secondary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pact Charter Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #926 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Pact Charter Secondary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with MN schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Pact Charter Secondary 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 Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84.5%
AP Participation3.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,608
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Pact Charter Secondary — Students at Pact Charter Secondary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.1% (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
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
57%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Pact Charter Secondary Compares

See how Pact Charter Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
54th percentile in MN
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
9
4 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
3.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
4 boys'·5 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

7250 E RAMSEY PKWY NW, Ramsey, MN 55303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pact Charter Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SPECTRUM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Elk River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School (rated 7.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Anoka), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROGERS SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Rogers), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ramsey, see our Ramsey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Brookside Elementary Ramsey 1.6 mi 9.4
PACT Charter Elementary Ramsey 2.2 mi 7.1
RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Ramsey 2.8 mi 7.0
Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School Anoka 4.0 mi 7.2
Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.T.E.P Anoka 4.1 mi 5.5
Secondary Virtual School Anoka 4.1 mi 7.0
DAYTON ELEMENTARY Dayton 4.7 mi 8.5
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Elk River 4.8 mi 8.1
Anoka High School Anoka 4.7 mi 5.8
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 Elk River 4.6 mi 8.1
Three Rivers Montessori School Elk River 4.5 mi 7.1
Anoka-Hennepin Specialty Program Anoka 5.2 mi
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 Elk River 4.7 mi 5.2
SPECTRUM HIGH SCHOOL Elk River 4.7 mi 7.5
ROGERS SENIOR HIGH Rogers 5.3 mi 7.1
ROGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rogers 5.4 mi 7.3
Modern Montessori Charter School Champlin 6.0 mi 5.8
Anoka-Hennepin Regional High School Anoka 5.9 mi 6.9
EARLY CHILDHOOD/SPECIAL EDUCATION Anoka 5.9 mi 3.7
OTSEGO ELEMENTARY Otsego 5.1 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,351

Median Home Value

$338,700

Median Rent

$1,348/mo

Population

52,121

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pact Charter Secondary

What grades does Pact Charter Secondary serve?

Pact Charter Secondary serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pact Charter Secondary?

Pact Charter Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pact Charter Secondary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pact Charter Secondary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pact Charter Secondary rank in MN?

Pact Charter Secondary ranks #926 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Pact Charter Secondary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pact Charter Secondary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Pact Charter Secondary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pact Charter Secondary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pact Charter Secondary a charter school?

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

Is Pact Charter Secondary a Title I school?

No, Pact Charter Secondary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pact Charter Secondary?

33.7% of students at Pact Charter Secondary 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
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Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%
4-Year Graduation
84.5%

District

PACT CHARTER SCHOOL
District Enrollment
1,081
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,608
District Rank
#2 of 2

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