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Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p

High School · Anoka-Hennepin School District

1353 W HIGHWAY 10, Anoka, MN 55303

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

10th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Anoka

#5 of 9

public schools

Minnesota high schools

#434 of 628

In district

#37 of 44

Anoka-Hennepin School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p

Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.T.E.P serves grades 10-12 in Anoka, Minnesota, offering specialized vocational and technical education to 59 students. This unique high school program maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 3:1 with 20 full-time equivalent teachers, providing intensive, personalized instruction that's rare in traditional high school settings. The school has earned a solid 7.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranks #358 out of 2,027 Minnesota schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile statewide.

This strong performance reflects the program's focused approach to career and technical preparation for upperclassmen ready to develop practical skills alongside their academic studies. Students come from the broader Anoka area, where families enjoy a median household income of $100,722 and median home values around $326,000. The community shows strong educational support, with 31% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 5.5%.

This stable, suburban environment of over 52,000 residents provides an ideal backdrop for students pursuing specialized technical training. S.T.E.P operates in Anoka's large suburban setting along Highway 10, positioning students to access both comprehensive career preparation and the resources of the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 59 students, Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 3:1, Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics1.1Significantly Below Average33%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5%
Overall Proficiency5%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected-47.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
College Readiness6.7Above Average40%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent27%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,265

Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p — Students at Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 5.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency N/A
School
State
N/A

Based on 1 test record from MN state assessments. About our data

How Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p Compares

See how Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
25th percentile in MN
Academic
1.1/10
1.1/10
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
3:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

Location

1353 W HIGHWAY 10, Anoka, MN 55303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Anoka-Hennepin Regional High School (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Secondary Virtual School (rated 7.3/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIDGES (rated 7.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anoka, see our Anoka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Secondary Virtual School Anoka 0.0 mi 7.3
Anoka-Hennepin Tech High School Anoka 0.1 mi 6.7
Anoka-Hennepin Specialty Program Anoka 1.2 mi
DAYTON ELEMENTARY Dayton 1.5 mi 8.4
RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Ramsey 1.9 mi 8.3
Modern Montessori Charter School Champlin 2.0 mi 6.3
Anoka-Hennepin Regional High School Anoka 1.8 mi 7.4
EARLY CHILDHOOD/SPECIAL EDUCATION Anoka 1.8 mi 5.2
Anoka High School Anoka 1.6 mi 4.6
ST STEPHEN SCHOOL Anoka 2.0 mi 5.2
ANOKA MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Anoka 2.2 mi 4.7
MONTESSORI RENAISSANCE ACADEMY Anoka 2.3 mi 6.0
PACT Charter Elementary Ramsey 2.1 mi 7.1
Lincoln Elementary School for Arts Anoka 2.4 mi 5.0
WILSON ELEMENTARY Anoka 2.2 mi 5.7
ANOKA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anoka 2.3 mi
BRIDGES Andover 2.9 mi 7.1
Brookside Elementary Ramsey 4.5 mi 8.8
PACT CHARTER SECONDARY Ramsey 4.1 mi 4.5
Innovation Sci & Tech Elementary Eagan 4.0 mi 4.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p has a median household income of $101,351. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,700, with a median rent of $1,348/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center, MN 5.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p

What grades does Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p serve?

Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p?

Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p?

The student-teacher ratio at Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p rank in MN?

Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p is ranked #1488 out of 1,986 schools in MN.

What is Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p's MySchoolScout rating?

Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p has 5.0% math proficiency.

Is Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p a charter school?

No, Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p a Title I school?

No, Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p?

30.5% of students at Secondary Technical Ed Prog S.t.e.p 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

City Safety
Elevated (1,459/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Anoka). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.5%
Type
vocational
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anoka County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Anoka-Hennepin School District
District Enrollment
38,631
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,130
District Rank
#37 of 44

How We Rate Schools

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