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#1037 of 1,992 schools in MN
Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed
High School · Southwest Metro Intermediate 288
4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Shakopee. Learn more
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,037 of 1,992
In Shakopee
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Southwest Metro Intermediate 288
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed
High School in Shakopee · grades 11th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed
Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed is a public high school in Shakopee, MN, part of Southwest Metro Intermediate 288. Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,037 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed Compares
See how Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4601 DEAN LAKES BLVD, Shakopee, MN 55379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Shakopee High School (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TASSEL TRANSITION (rated 6.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Eden Prairie), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hennepin Gateway To College (rated 4.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Eden Prairie), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shakopee, see our Shakopee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SWMetro Reflections Shakopee | 0.0 mi | — |
| MINNESOTA MONTESSORI ACCELERTD LEARNING CENTER INC Shakopee | 0.9 mi | — |
| SHAKOPEE AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Shakopee | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shakopee | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| SWMetro Passageways Shakopee | 2.3 mi | — |
| SUN PATH ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| RED OAK ELEMENTARY Shakopee | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Shakopee East Middle School Shakopee | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Hennepin Gateway To College Eden Prairie | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shakopee | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Shakopee West Middle School Shakopee | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Oak Point Elementary Eden Prairie | 4.4 mi | 9.0 |
| EAGLE HEIGHTS SPANISH IMMERSION Eden Prairie | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Shakopee High School Shakopee | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| EDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie | 4.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Early Childhood Special Ed. Eden Prairie | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| TASSEL TRANSITION Eden Prairie | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,824
Median Home Value
$366,300
Median Rent
$1,540/mo
Population
49,084
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed
What grades does Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed serve?
Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed?
Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed?
The student-teacher ratio at Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed rank in MN?
Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed ranks #1,037 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed's MySchoolScout rating?
Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed a charter school?
No, Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed a Title I school?
No, Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed?
56.9% of students at Swmetro Shakopee Special Ed 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
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (952) 567-8100
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Metro Intermediate 288- District Enrollment
- 521
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $55,872
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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