Choice Academy serves 89 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choice Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Choice Academy's student population of 89 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Choice Academy is 0.74, 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)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
39%
11%
Black
16%
12%
White
27%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Choice Academy?
The graduation rate of Choice Academy is 55-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Choice Academy?
89 students attend Choice Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Choice Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Choice Academy?
Choice Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Choice Academy offer ?
Choice Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Choice Academy part of?
Choice Academy is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Choice Academy located?
Choice Academy is located in the West Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Bloomington.
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