Serving 86 students in grades 9-12, Augsburg Fairview 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augsburg Fairview Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Augsburg Fairview Academy's student population of 86 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Augsburg Fairview Academy is 0.69, which is more 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)
(18-19)≤20%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
23%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
48%
12%
White
6%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Augsburg Fairview Academy?
The graduation rate of Augsburg Fairview Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Augsburg Fairview Academy?
86 students attend Augsburg Fairview Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Augsburg Fairview Academy students are Black, 23% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augsburg Fairview Academy?
Augsburg Fairview Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Augsburg Fairview Academy offer ?
Augsburg Fairview Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Augsburg Fairview Academy part of?
Augsburg Fairview Academy is part of Augsburg Fairview Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Augsburg Fairview Academy located?
Augsburg Fairview Academy is located in the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Phillips.
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