Serving 129 students in grades 9-12, Rochester Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rochester Stem Academy's student population of 129 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rochester Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester Stem Academy is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1376 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Stem Academy's ranking?
Rochester Stem Academy is ranked #1376 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Rochester Stem Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rochester Stem Academy?
129 students attend Rochester Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rochester Stem Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester Stem Academy?
Rochester Stem Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rochester Stem Academy offer ?
Rochester Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rochester Stem Academy part of?
Rochester Stem Academy is part of Rochester STEM Academy School District.
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