Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Universal Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Universal Academy Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Success For All
School Rankings
Universal Academy 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 Universal Academy Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1348 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
97%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Universal Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Universal Academy Elementary School is ranked #1348 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Universal Academy Elementary School?
423 students attend Universal Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Universal Academy Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Universal Academy Elementary School?
Universal Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Academy Elementary School offer ?
Universal Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Universal Academy Elementary School part of?
Universal Academy Elementary School is part of Universal Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Universal Academy Elementary School located?
Universal Academy Elementary School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
School Reviews
5 8/18/2020
It has a nice education, and it is great.
5 2/26/2018
It is very good Luch need to be more better though
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