Academic Excellence Online serves 73 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academic Excellence Online's student population of 73 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Academic Excellence Online is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 the graduation rate of Academic Excellence Online?
The graduation rate of Academic Excellence Online is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Academic Excellence Online?
73 students attend Academic Excellence Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Academic Excellence Online students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academic Excellence Online?
Academic Excellence Online has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Academic Excellence Online offer ?
Academic Excellence Online offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Academic Excellence Online part of?
Academic Excellence Online is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Academic Excellence Online located?
Academic Excellence Online is located in the Downtown Waterfront neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Downtown Waterfront.
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