Serving 713 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Athlos Leadership 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 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Athlos Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Athlos Leadership Academy's student population of 713 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Athlos prepares kids for a competitive future in three essential ways: Academics + Athletics + Character.
School Rankings
Athlos Leadership Academy 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 Athlos Leadership Academy is 0.48, 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
#1444 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
71%
12%
White
6%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Athlos Leadership Academy's ranking?
Athlos Leadership Academy is ranked #1444 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Athlos Leadership Academy often compared to?
Athlos Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Basswood Elementary School, Crest View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Athlos Leadership Academy?
713 students attend Athlos Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Athlos Leadership Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athlos Leadership Academy?
Athlos Leadership Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Athlos Leadership Academy offer ?
Athlos Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athlos Leadership Academy part of?
Athlos Leadership Academy is part of Athlos Leadership Academy School District.
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