Elm Tree Academy serves 7 students in grades 2-12.
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 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Tree Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elm Tree Academy's student population of 7 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elm Tree Academy is 0.24, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
14%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elm Tree Academy?
7 students attend Elm Tree Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Elm Tree Academy students are White, and 14% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Tree Academy?
Elm Tree Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elm Tree Academy offer ?
Elm Tree Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is Elm Tree Academy part of?
Elm Tree Academy is part of Freshwater Education School District.
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