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Willows
High School · NORTHEAST METRO 916
7122 UNIVERSITY AVE NE, Fridley, MN 55432
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Willows
Willows is a public high school in Fridley, MN, part of the NORTHEAST METRO 916. The school serves approximately 11 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.7:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 58% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,985, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 11 students, Willows 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 3.7:1, Willows 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Address
- 7122 UNIVERSITY AVE NE, Fridley, MN 55432
- Website
- nemetro.k12.mn.us
- Phone
- (651) 415-5364
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
7122 UNIVERSITY AVE NE, Fridley, MN 55432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willows may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Circle Pines). Another option is MOUNDS VIEW ALC (rated 6.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Mounds View). Additionally, CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Circle Pines). For more schools in Fridley, see our Fridley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Karner Blue Education Center Circle Pines | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Centerview Elementary Blaine | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHPOINT ELEMENTARY Blaine | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF THE LAKES AT BLAINE Blaine | 2.9 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PROJECT SEARCH Circle Pines | 2.2 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Circle Pines | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTENNIAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Circle Pines | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Journey Circle Pines | 2.4 mi | — |
| Pinewood Elementary Mounds View | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| GOLDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Circle Pines | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AVAIL ACADEMY - BLAINE Minneapolis | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Mounds View Adult Education Mounds View | 3.6 mi | — |
| MOUNDS VIEW ALC Mounds View | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| EARLY EDUCATION Spring Lake Park | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SLP Schools Online Elementary Spring Lake Park | 3.4 mi | — |
| Sunrise Elementary Blaine | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| MADISON ELEMENTARY Blaine | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ANTHONY LOUIS HOUSE Coon Rapids | 3.4 mi | — |
| Westwood Intermediate & Middle Sch Blaine | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,985
Median Home Value
$278,600
Median Rent
$1,308/mo
Population
32,935
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Willows has a median household income of $77,985. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $278,600, with a median rent of $1,308/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AITKIN ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Aitkin, MN | — |
| ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park, MN | — |
| Access Cottage Grove, MN | — |
| Anchor Columbia Heights, MN | — |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson, MN | — |
| Children's MN - Lakeville Lakeville, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willows
What grades does Willows serve?
Willows serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Willows?
Willows has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willows?
The student-teacher ratio at Willows is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Willows?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Willows has 25.0% math proficiency and 58.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Willows a charter school?
No, Willows is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willows a Title I school?
No, Willows is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willows?
72.7% of students at Willows 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
- High (3,331/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fridley). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anoka County
- Phone
- (651) 415-5364
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NORTHEAST METRO 916- District Enrollment
- 830
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $80,071
Other Schools in This District
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