Higher Ground Academy
One in Five: Minnesota Nears a Special Education Threshold
In 2014, roughly one in seven Minnesota students received special education services. In 2026, it is closer to one in five. The share has grown every year except 2021, when COVID disrupted identificat...
Minnesota's Charter Movement Hits a Ceiling
In 2008-09, Minnesota's charter sector added 4,742 students in a single year. In 2025-26, it added 418.