Academic Excellence Online serves 83 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academic Excellence Online's student population of 83 students has grown by 130% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Academic Excellence Online is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Academic Excellence Online?
The graduation rate of Academic Excellence Online is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Academic Excellence Online?
83 students attend Academic Excellence Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Academic Excellence Online students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academic Excellence Online?
Academic Excellence Online has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academic Excellence Online offer ?
Academic Excellence Online offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academic Excellence Online part of?
Academic Excellence Online is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Academic Excellence Online located?
Academic Excellence Online is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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