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Rosa Parks Charter High School

2450 MARION ROAD SE, ROCHESTER, MN, 55904

About Rosa Parks Charter High School

Rosa Parks Charter High School is a public charter school in Rochester, Minnesota, that serves students in grades 9 through 12. It is known as one of the best schools in the area. With only one high school in its district, it offers a unique learning environment for about 65 students. With a student-to-teacher ratio of about 11:1, this small scale lets teachers give each student their full attention.The academy is known as one of the best schools because it uses project-based learning, which helps students think critically and apply what they learn to real life. The student body is diverse, with 35% of students being minorities and 74% of students being economically disadvantaged. The school also makes sure that students are ready for college and a career by having them take the SAT and ACT. Funding is in line with Minnesota charter standards, which support a mission of fairness and new ideas. Finally, Rosa Parks Charter High School is one of the best schools because it gives students power through a community that is helpful and flexible. This school is the best school in Rochester, Minnesota.

Rosa Parks Charter High School Contact Information

Address

2450 MARION ROAD SE, ROCHESTER, MN, 55904

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Phone

(507) 282-3325

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

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State average proficiency is 0% in Math and 0% in Reading.
4
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
65
Total Students
$60944
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 209 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Rosa Parks Charter High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 64.62%
Asian 3.08%
Hispanic 13.85%
Black 9.23%
Two+ Races 9.23%
Native Am. 0%
White
64.62%
Asian
3.08%
Hispanic
13.85%
Black
9.23%
Two+ Races
9.23%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 65
55.38%
36 Female
44.62%
29 Male

Student Population

65 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

 The school officially ceased operations following an announcement in late August 2024. While it was a long-standing fixture for students seeking an alternative, project-based learning environment, it is no longer an active educational institution at the 2450 Marion Road SE address.

FAQ

Q1. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

Ans. Bus service is available depending on the district's eligibility zones.

Q2. What does Rosa Parks Charter High School teach?

Ans. Rosa Parks Charter High School has a college-preparatory curriculum and gives students chances to learn through practical activities and improve their skills.

Q3. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q4. Are there any activities at the school that don't happen during school hours?

Ans. Students can have more fun at school if they play sports, do arts and crafts, join clubs, or do things that get them involved in the community.

Q5. Does Rosa Parks Charter High School encourage people to get involved in their community?

Ans. Yes, students can help out with community programs and volunteer projects to learn about civic duty.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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