Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rochester Math And Science 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 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester Math And Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rochester Math And Science Academy's student population of 419 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rochester Math And Science 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 Rochester Math And Science Academy is 0.00, 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
#1494 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Rochester Math And Science Academy's ranking?
Rochester Math And Science Academy is ranked #1494 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rochester Math And Science Academy?
419 students attend Rochester Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rochester Math And Science Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester Math And Science Academy?
Rochester Math And Science Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester Math And Science Academy offer ?
Rochester Math And Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Rochester Math And Science Academy part of?
Rochester Math And Science Academy is part of Rochester Math And Science Academy School District.
School Reviews
4 2/7/2022
This is a really good school. Nice students and staff. Really recommend.
1 3/24/2020
Terrible administration. Pays teachers very poorly. Pays the assistants more.
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