Universal Academy Elementary School

2912 28th Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Universal Academy Elementary School 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 26% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Universal Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Universal Academy Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
423 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings

Universal Academy Elementary School 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 Universal Academy Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1394 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Universal Academy Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
26%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10-14%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
97%
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Universal Academy Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Minnesota.
0.06
This chart displays the diversity score of Universal Academy Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Universal Academy Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Minnesota by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Universal Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Universal Academy Elementary School is ranked #1394 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Universal Academy Elementary School?
423 students attend Universal Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Universal Academy Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Universal Academy Elementary School?
Universal Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Academy Elementary School offer ?
Universal Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Universal Academy Elementary School part of?
Universal Academy Elementary School is part of Universal Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Academy Elementary School located?
Universal Academy Elementary School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.

School Reviews

5   8/18/2020
It has a nice education, and it is great.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kalis
5   2/26/2018
It is very good Luch need to be more better though
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kadiga

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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