Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Great Oaks Academy Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Oaks Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great Oaks Academy Charter School's student population of 309 students has grown by 296% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 240% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Oaks Academy Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Oaks Academy Charter School is 0.17, 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
#178 out of 1860 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
91%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Academy Charter School's ranking?
Great Oaks Academy Charter School is ranked #178 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Great Oaks Academy Charter School?
309 students attend Great Oaks Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Great Oaks Academy Charter School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Oaks Academy Charter School?
Great Oaks Academy Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Academy Charter School offer ?
Great Oaks Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Great Oaks Academy Charter School part of?
Great Oaks Academy Charter School is part of Great Oaks Academy Charter School District.
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