Serving 665 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cologne Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cologne Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cologne Academy's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cologne Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cologne Academy is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
69%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cologne Academy's ranking?
Cologne Academy is ranked #89 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cologne Academy?
665 students attend Cologne Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cologne Academy students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cologne Academy?
Cologne Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cologne Academy offer ?
Cologne Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cologne Academy part of?
Cologne Academy is part of Cologne Academy School District.
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