Serving 131 students in grades 5-8, Art & Science Academy Middle School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Art & Science Academy Middle School's student population of 131 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Art & Science Academy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Art & Science Academy Middle School is 0.34, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#978 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
81%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Art & Science Academy Middle School's ranking?
Art & Science Academy Middle School is ranked #978 out of 1,860 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Art & Science Academy Middle School?
131 students attend Art & Science Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Art & Science Academy Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Art & Science Academy Middle School?
Art & Science Academy Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Art & Science Academy Middle School offer ?
Art & Science Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Art & Science Academy Middle School part of?
Art & Science Academy Middle School is part of Art And Science Academy School District.
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