Serving 126 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marine Area Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marine Area Community School's student population of 126 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
126 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Marine Area Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marine Area Community School is 0.19, 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
#582 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
1%
7%

Hispanic
2%
12%

Black
1%
12%
White
90%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marine Area Community School's ranking?
Marine Area Community School is ranked #582 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Marine Area Community School?
126 students attend Marine Area Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Marine Area Community School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marine Area Community School?
Marine Area Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marine Area Community School offer ?
Marine Area Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Marine Area Community School part of?
Marine Area Community School is part of Marine Area Community School District.
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