Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Scitech Academy Charter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scitech Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Scitech Academy Charter School's student population of 330 students has grown by 124% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Scitech Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scitech Academy Charter School is 0.02, 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
#1728 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
99%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Scitech Academy Charter School's ranking?
Scitech Academy Charter School is ranked #1728 out of 1,773 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Scitech Academy Charter School?
330 students attend Scitech Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Scitech Academy Charter School students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scitech Academy Charter School?
Scitech Academy Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scitech Academy Charter School offer ?
Scitech Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scitech Academy Charter School part of?
Scitech Academy Charter School is part of Scitech Academy Charter School District.
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