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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
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
10th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
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
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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%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2018-19)
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.
Funding & Resources
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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji, MN | 5.3 |
| Wellstone International High - SWS Minneapolis, MN | 5.3 |
| Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center, MN | 5.2 |
| CROSSROADS AREA LEARNING CENTER Finlayson, MN | 5.2 |
| Riverside Academy IS Cambridge, 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.
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
- Phone
- (763) 433-4000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Anoka-Hennepin School District- District Enrollment
- 38,631
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,130
- District Rank
- #37 of 44
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