Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Brookside Academy 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 46%). 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 5:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- 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
Brookside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brookside Academy's student population of 20 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Brookside Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookside Academy is 0.60, which is more 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
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
10%
12%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Brookside Academy's ranking?
Brookside Academy is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Brookside Academy often compared to?
Brookside Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Elementary - Snw, Rum River North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Brookside Academy?
20 students attend Brookside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brookside Academy students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookside Academy?
Brookside Academy has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brookside Academy offer ?
Brookside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookside Academy part of?
Brookside Academy is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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