Serving 192 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Raleigh Primary/el Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raleigh Primary/el Academy's student population of 192 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raleigh Primary/el Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raleigh Primary/el Academy is 0.41, 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
#1255 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh Primary/el Academy's ranking?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy is ranked #1255 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Raleigh Primary/el Academy often compared to?
Raleigh Primary/el Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stowe Elementary School, Bay View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Raleigh Primary/el Academy?
192 students attend Raleigh Primary/el Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Raleigh Primary/el Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raleigh Primary/el Academy?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raleigh Primary/el Academy offer ?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Raleigh Primary/el Academy part of?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy is part of Duluth Public Schools Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Raleigh Primary/el Academy located?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy is located in the West Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in West Duluth.
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