Serving 209 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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-6
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac's student population of 209 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac 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 Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac is 0.43, 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
#1659 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
74%
12%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac's ranking?
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac is ranked #1659 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac?
209 students attend Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac?
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac offer ?
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac part of?
Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac is part of Minnesota Excellence In Learning Ac School District.
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