Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Steam Academy Charter 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steam Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Steam Academy Charter School's student population of 55 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
55 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Steam Academy Charter 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 Steam Academy Charter School is 0.13, 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
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
93%
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
5%
8%

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 Steam Academy Charter School's ranking?
Steam Academy Charter School is ranked #695 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Steam Academy Charter School?
55 students attend Steam Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Steam Academy Charter School students are Black, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steam Academy Charter School?
Steam Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steam Academy Charter School offer ?
Steam Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Steam Academy Charter School part of?
Steam Academy Charter School is part of Steam Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Steam Academy Charter School located?
Steam Academy Charter School is located in the Hamline Midway neighborhood of Inver Grove Heights, MN.
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