Below Average
#1680 of 1,992 schools in MN
Paladin Career and Tech High School
High School · Paladin Career and Tech High School
10220 GOLDENROD ST. NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,680 of 1,992
In Coon Rapids
#13 of 14
public schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Paladin Career and Tech High School
High School in Coon Rapids · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Paladin Career and Tech High School
Paladin Career and Tech High School is a public high school in Coon Rapids, MN, part of Paladin Career and Tech High School. Paladin Career and Tech High School serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Paladin Career and Tech High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,680 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Paladin Career and Tech High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Paladin Career and Tech 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.
Paladin Career and Tech High School runs 21.2:1 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.
Paladin Career and Tech 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
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Paladin Career and Tech High School — Students at Paladin Career and Tech High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Paladin Career and Tech High School Compares
See how Paladin Career and Tech High School 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
10220 GOLDENROD ST. NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paladin Career and Tech High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blaine High School (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Blaine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Coon Rapids, see our Coon Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROSS OF CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Coon Rapids | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| University Avenue Elementary - Aero Blaine | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTHDALE MIDDLE Coon Rapids | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MADISON ELEMENTARY Blaine | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Westwood Intermediate & Middle Sch Blaine | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Blaine | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVER TRAIL LEARNING CTR @ LO JACOB Coon Rapids | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| COMPASS-BELL CENTER Coon Rapids | 2.1 mi | — |
| Compass Online Coon Rapids | 2.1 mi | — |
| SAND CREEK ELEMENTARY Coon Rapids | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTHWEST PASSAGE HIGH SCHOOL Coon Rapids | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Coon Rapids | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - BLAINE Minneapolis | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Park Terrace Elementary Spring Lake Park | 2.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Blaine High School Blaine | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE Blaine | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ANTHONY LOUIS HOUSE Coon Rapids | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,610
Median Home Value
$301,100
Median Rent
$1,706/mo
Population
28,925
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.4
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| BLACKDUCK SECONDARY Blackduck, MN | 4.7 |
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| Lionsgate Academy - Shoreview Shoreview, MN | 4.8 |
| MAHNOMEN SECONDARY Mahnomen, MN | 4.8 |
| FIT Academy High School Apple Valley, MN | 4.6 |
| Eden Prairie Online Secondary Eden Prairie, MN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paladin Career and Tech High School
What grades does Paladin Career and Tech High School serve?
Paladin Career and Tech High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Paladin Career and Tech High School?
Paladin Career and Tech High School has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paladin Career and Tech High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paladin Career and Tech High School is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paladin Career and Tech High School rank in MN?
Paladin Career and Tech High School ranks #1,680 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Paladin Career and Tech High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paladin Career and Tech High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Paladin Career and Tech High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paladin Career and Tech High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Paladin Career and Tech High School a charter school?
Yes, Paladin Career and Tech High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Paladin Career and Tech High School a Title I school?
No, Paladin Career and Tech High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paladin Career and Tech High School?
63.9% of students at Paladin Career and Tech 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.4%
- Phone
- (763) 786-4799
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
Paladin Career and Tech High School- District Enrollment
- 233
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,762
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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