Top Tutors serving Minneapolis
Courtney: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...in downtown Minneapolis. All these experiences have helped me develop a variety of strategies to adapt to different learners needs and learning styles. I tutor a wide range of subjects, such as ACT prep, math, writing, Spanish, and Latin. Whether the math section of the ACT is making you nervous or you need some extra help keeping up in Spanish, I am confident that together, well figure out how to meet your current academic goals...
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Augsburg College - Bachelors, Sociology w/minor in Spanish
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 33
Allison: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...the homeless shelter, helping out with their daycare and tutoring children. Nowadays, I spend most of my tutor hours helping students with the ACT, editing college essays, or imparting some admission-worthy wisdom. Curriculum- A number of my former mentees/tutees have been accepted into preeminent undergraduate and graduate universities, including Stanford, Berkeley, Dartmouth, and more. And while I have worked with exceptionally naturally gifted students, I want to emphasize on creating a curriculum and plan that...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Benjamin: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...school in technology policy. I began tutoring in high school, and have since continued enjoyed helping my peers to see a puzzle in a new light. From four summers as a leadership camp counselor, I have gained confidence working one-on-one with a student to help them consider new perspectives, and from four years of discussion sections in college where I presented solutions to the class I have learned to present my work cleanly and comprehensibly.
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Physics, Astrophysics
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 167
Harriet: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...I also studied to become licensed to teach math and physics. I have spent time working with students in St. Paul who are struggling to meet grade level standards, students who need an extra boost for an AP test, and I spent an entire semester at a school in India working with students in math, physics, and SAT prep. I really enjoy tutoring students through their preparation for standardized tests. AP, ACT, and SAT are...
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St. Olaf College - Bachelors, Math and Physics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 36
Taryn: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...school. I enjoy teaching and watching students understand a topic that was once challenging to them and being able to go on to teach their peers. Nothing is as rewarding as learning something new and I love being a part of that process. I currently attend the University of Minnesota as a Political Science major and am due to graduate early in 2016. After graduation, I hope to work for a non-profit organization and move...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34
Lauren: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...helping students build academic skills and intellectual confidence. I graduated from Carleton College with a degree in Geology. I have spent the last six years since then teaching science (along with a smattering of other subjects) to middle and high school students. I am currently taking a break from classroom teaching to pursue a master's degree in science communication and public engagement. I love learning and my goal is to help students feel similarly.... I believe...
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Carleton College - Current Undergrad, Undecided, anticipated major in geology
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34
ACT Science: 34
Adam: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...through the stressful time of taking those big scary standardized tests. Both the ACT and the SAT gave me a large amount of anxiety when I was a junior in high school and I want to help other students through this process. This desire brought me to tutor kids in the local Boston high schools while I was in college and now I have taken my talents to the Twin Cities. Some fun facts about...
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Boston College - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 34
ACT Science: 32
Sarah: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...of subjects, such as calculus courses, physics, chemistry, programming (python), french, and writing courses. Additionally, I took many AP classes throughout high school which enabled me to enter college with over 30 credits already completed. I have spent two years tutoring in the past and have gained experience learning how to work best with struggling students. I enjoy teaching and helping others learn, be it for a specific subject, test preparation (ACT, SAT or AP),...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Current Undergrad, Undecided
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Brian: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...is still being determined), where my goal is to become an academic physician who both cares for patients and educates residents and medical students. My favorite subjects are biology and chemistry, but I enjoy physics and humanities courses as well. My teaching experience includes teaching and tutoring summer school math (and doing some test prep work) to high school students in Rochester, MN. I also have given saxophone lessons. I love teaching, and I believe...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics, Cell Biology and Development
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35
Laraine: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...my free time I love reading, music, and learning Spanish. All of my life I have enjoyed learning new skills and solving problems. When something has to be done, I want to solve the challenge of finding the easiest and simplest way to achieve that goal. I want to meet people where they are and together discover where they would like to be. I want to agree on the best goals, and the best way...
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Marymount College - Bachelors, Psychology
Wayne State University - PHD, Psychology
Josh: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...order for students to process, retain, and synthesize new information. In Macedonia, for two years, I had the freedom to take calculated and creative risks in the classroom without fear of consequences from colleagues or supervisors, and because of the freedoms I had as an educator, my teaching philosophy is also rooted in empowering students to feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from those mistakes in the classroom environment. If students learn something new and...
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Occidental College - Bachelors, Diplomacy and World Affairs
University of San Francisco - Masters, Asia Pacific Studies
Don: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...I found this one of the highest compliments of my career. I find it my greatest goal to make sure that all students, from those seeking the highest standards to those struggling with basic skills, can understand themselves, can define their abilities, and can work forward to becoming all that they are meant to be. My years of teaching experience have helped prepare me with two important abilities: seeing language arts as a means to...
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Dordt College - Bachelors, English
Concordia University-Saint Paul - Masters, Education
Thressa: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...I wrote for the newspaper, served as a new student mentor with transfer students, and worked at a toy store in a nearby mall. Currently, I'm working toward my MA in early childhood education from Concordia University. I also take Spanish classes. After tutoring middle and high school students in math, social studies, literature, writing, and Spanish during my undergrad, I completed a year of service with Minnesota Reading Corps as an elementary school literacy...
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Hamline University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Concordia University-Saint Paul - Master of Arts, Early Childhood Education
Elizabeth: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...writing instruction for students of all ages, I have experience tutoring and teaching all subjects studied in early elementary school. I gained this experience from tutoring students at 826 Boston and subbing consistently at the school in Louisiana. I believe that tutoring sessions should be educational and skills increased, but it should also be fun, and if a student’s confidence in a subject area increases, then I feel I am succeeding. Once confident in their...
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Marquette University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism, Writing Intensive English
Simmons College - Master of Science, Library Science
Mary: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...this area. I love animals of all kinds and have a dog and a cat, who don't really get along with each other! I spend too much time breaking up their little spats, I think. But I wouldn't give them up, mostly because they're so entertaining. I also enjoy baking and cooking ethnic foods, and since I live near the Mississippi River I take advantage of our running paths on a regular basis. I love...
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University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Music
Hamline University - Masters, Creative Writing - Literature
Emily: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...to hockey camp, or Spanish Immersion school. I spent the last year teaching fourth grade math in an under-performing public school. In September I will begin working towards my Master's Degree in Theology. As a teacher I aim to determine the specific manner in which a student learns best. Meeting the individual learning needs of each student creates a fun learning environment! I believe that every student has the ability to achieve incredible things and...
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Trinity College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Religion
Boston University - Master of Arts, Theology
Ingy: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...teaching methods, which led me to tutor at a young age in my K-12 school, then in college. The cumulative nature of math poses challenges to many students, and I like to find ways to connect the dots to help my students have a better grasp of difficult concepts. While I have tutored a variety of subjects, such as math, economics, chemistry, finance, and linguistics, I now focus on tutoring math, primarily, since it is...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Mathematics with Actuarial Science Specialization
SAT Math: 770
Colleen: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...environment and international politics in the former Soviet Union. I am an intrepid traveler and have visited 26 countries, mostly in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about literature, writing, and social studies. When it comes to tutoring for Standardized Tests, I love working with students to perfect their essays and doing math drills. Outside of tutoring, my interests and hobbies include studying languages,...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, International Affairs
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Shannon: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...the University of Minnesota studying Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering. I tutor math for middle school and high school students as well as ACT prep. I believe it is important to break problems into pieces so students can see the reasoning behind each step. By understanding each step in the process it becomes easier to work through new problems. A strong foundation will lead to success in both current and future courses.
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 36
Steve: Minneapolis tutor
Certified Tutor in Minneapolis, MN
...teacher and a columnist for a magazine. I have taught literature, English, Spanish, math, study skills (including designing a very successful study skills program), ACT test prep and leadership. Typically, students that I work with show immediate gains in their subject area. Students I work with will work hard--but we will also have a good time and laugh a lot as we work to meet your goals. When I'm not tutoring, you can usually find...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota - Bachelor in Arts, English & Global Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 32
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The Minneapolis School System
Minneapolis, Minnesota, is part of the Twin Cities along with St. Paul. It is the largest city of the pair, with a population of about 422,000. The larger Twin Cities metropolitan area has an estimated population of 3.6 million. The nearly 35,000 students within the city attend one of the approximately 100 public schools in the Minneapolis Public Schools district. In addition to the public schools available in the city, parents can also choose from more than 20 private schools, or they can send their children to one of the schools in a neighboring district due to Minnesota’s open enrollment statute.
In such a large district, it can be difficult for parents to know where to turn if they discover their child is not achieving their academic potential. Varsity Tutors helps parents connect with experienced Minneapolis tutors. In addition to securing the assistance of a personal tutor, the freedom to choose which school your child attends can be an advantage for parents. Because you can select the school your child attends, it is essential to be aware of how the schools nearby compare to one another. Here are some assessment scores for the biggest Minneapolis high schools:
Minneapolis Test Scores
All Minneapolis students have the opportunity to take a career and college readiness test. These tests include the nationally recognized ACT and SAT. However, Minneapolis students must also prepare for the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) or the alternate Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS), which cover reading, mathematics, and science. These exams come in grades three through eight as well as once during the high school years.
Even for children who are generally doing well in school, standardized exams can present a challenge. For some this will be due to testing anxiety, while for others the issue may be due to a lack of mastery in a specific subject area. A personal tutor can help your child regardless of the academic challenges they face.
While sending your child to a highly ranked school can improve their odds of academic success, it doesn’t necessarily mean that a child who attends a poorly rated school must struggle. However, it is good to know where schools stand. The table below identifies some of the most highly ranked schools in Minneapolis and shows how they compare to other schools in the state:
Minneapolis High School Rankings
High School | Minneapolis Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Southwest Senior High School | 1 | 32 | 49% |
Washburn Senior High School | 2 | 67 | 42% |
South Senior High School | 3 | 143 | 35% |
Roosevelt Senior High School | 4 | 166 | N/A |
Henry Senior High School | 5 | N/A | N/A |
Edison Senior High School | 6 | N/A | N/A |
Minneapolis College Preparatory | 7 | N/A | N/A |
Learning for Leadership Charter School | 8 | N/A | N/A |
MTS High School | 9 | N/A | N/A |
Heritage Science & Technical Academy | 10 | N/A | N/A |
Even though Minneapolis has a high student population, the high school student-to-teacher ratio is on the low side. You can see how the largest schools in the city stack up in the chart below:
Minneapolis Student-to-Teacher Ratios
South Senior High School has a 17 1 student-teacher ratio.
Southwest Senior High School has a 19 1 student-teacher ratio.
Washburn Senior High School has a 17 1 student-teacher ratio.
Henry Senior High School has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
Roosevelt Senior High School has a 13 1 student-teacher ratio.
Minnesota State Average has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Students who graduate from high school in Minneapolis have many nearby colleges from which to choose. Check out some of the top-ranked universities in the Minneapolis area in the following chart:
Minneapolis University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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Carleton College | 25 | 23% |
Macalester College | 78 | 37% |
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities | 85 | 44% |
St. Olaf College | 110 | 45% |
University of St. Thomas - Minnesota | 154 | 83% |
Hamline University | 543 | 70% |
Minneapolis College of Art & Design | 586 | 65% |
Dunwoody College of Technology | 667 | 67% |
Augsburg College | 725 | 45% |
St. Catherine University | 761 | 91% |
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