Summary:
The KIPP Minnesota Charter School district operates two elementary schools, KIPP North Star Primary and KIPP Legacy Primary, both of which are significantly underperforming compared to state averages. These schools serve predominantly low-income, African American communities, presenting additional challenges in terms of educational outcomes.
Both KIPP North Star Primary and KIPP Legacy Primary have extremely low proficiency rates on the MCA-III Math and Reading assessments, with KIPP North Star Primary ranking 881 out of 881 Minnesota elementary schools and KIPP Legacy Primary ranking 835 out of 858. The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients at both schools (89.64% and 94.23%) suggest that these schools face significant socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting their academic performance.
The student populations at both schools are overwhelmingly African American, with very low representation of other racial/ethnic groups. This lack of diversity may be a reflection of the local community demographics, but it could also indicate potential issues with equity and inclusion. Additionally, the data provided does not specify the student-teacher ratio for KIPP North Star Primary, which is an important metric for understanding the school's resources and potential for personalized attention.
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