Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kaleidoscope Charter 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Motto
鈥淲e cultivate community while inspiring students to grow and develop curiosity in life and learning.鈥
School Rankings
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary 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 Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1043 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School often compared to?
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Albertville Primary, Swan River Montessori Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School?
288 students attend Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School?
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School offer ?
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School part of?
Kaleidoscope Charter Elementary School is part of Kaleidoscope Charter School District.
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