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#979 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 49% in state
South Campus Education Center
High School · NORTHEAST METRO 916
3551 N MCKNIGHT RD, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#979 of 1,992
In White Bear Lake
#7 of 18
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
NORTHEAST METRO 916
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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South Campus Education Center
High School in White Bear Lake · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Campus Education Center
South Campus Education Center is a public high school in White Bear Lake, MN, part of NORTHEAST METRO 916. South Campus Education Center serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Campus Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #979 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for South Campus Education Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, South Campus Education Center 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 South Campus Education Center 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.
At 3.9:1 students to teachers, South Campus Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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South Campus Education Center — Students at South Campus Education Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.9/10.
How South Campus Education Center Compares
See how South Campus Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3551 N MCKNIGHT RD, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Campus Education Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WHITE BEAR SOUTH CAMPUS SENIOR (rated 5.2/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in White Bear Lake, see our White Bear Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITE BEAR SOUTH CAMPUS SENIOR White Bear Lake | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SUNRISE PARK MIDDLE White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| SUNRISE PARK AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MATOSKA INTERNATIONAL White Bear Lake | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LAKEAIRES ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Level Up Academy White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Level Up Academy Middle School White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Level Up K-5 Virtual Academy White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | — |
| Level Up Academy Virtual Middle White Bear Lake | 0.8 mi | — |
| NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WHITE BEAR LAKE DISTRICT CENTER White Bear Lake | 1.2 mi | — |
| WILLOW LANE ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake | 1.3 mi | — |
| PROJECT RETURN White Bear Lake | 1.3 mi | — |
| PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood | 1.4 mi | — |
| 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi | 1.4 mi | — |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,211
Median Home Value
$347,100
Median Rent
$1,494/mo
Population
37,272
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHOKIO-ALBERTA SECONDARY Chokio, MN | 6.2 |
| Lakeville Pathways Academy Lakeville, MN | 6.2 |
| Runestone Alternative School Alexandria, MN | 6.2 |
| Central Lakes Adventure School Pillager, MN | 6.3 |
| DETROIT LAKES AREA LEARNING CENTER Detroit Lakes, MN | 6.3 |
| FACE TO FACE ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Campus Education Center
What grades does South Campus Education Center serve?
South Campus Education Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend South Campus Education Center?
South Campus Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Campus Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at South Campus Education Center is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Campus Education Center rank in MN?
South Campus Education Center ranks #979 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is South Campus Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
South Campus Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 South Campus Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Campus Education Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is South Campus Education Center a charter school?
No, South Campus Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Campus Education Center a Title I school?
No, South Campus Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Campus Education Center?
45.8% of students at South Campus Education Center 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (651) 415-5331
Resources & Links
District
NORTHEAST METRO 916- District Enrollment
- 830
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $80,071
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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