Paladin Career and Tech High School

Paladin Career and Tech High School is an active independent charter district situated at 10220 Goldenrod St. NW in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Located within a large suburban community in the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metropolitan area, this single-school district delivers targeted secondary education tailored for students in grades 9 through 12. Functioning as its own local educational agency for federal programs, the school offers an innovative environment that blends core academics with career and technical pathways, serving as a dedicated alternative for high schoolers seeking a focused, supportive educational trajectory.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the school serves a student body of 257 learners—comprising 145 female and 112 male students—with a senior-heavy enrollment that includes 128 12th graders, 57 11th graders, 44 10th graders, and 28 9th graders. Demographically, the student body reflects a diverse suburban population, including 125 White, 60 Black, 35 Hispanic, 35 multiracial, and 2 Asian students. To support this student body, the district maintains a robust workforce totaling over 81 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes nearly 26 FTE teachers, 16 instructional aides, and nearly 40 support personnel, creating a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 10:1. This strong staffing foundation ensures that students benefit from personalized instruction, strong mentorship, and comprehensive wraparound services tailored to their individual career and academic goals.