Serving 622 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Aspen Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspen Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aspen Academy's student population of 622 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Aspen Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspen Academy is 0.67, 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
#309 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Aspen Academy's ranking?
Aspen Academy is ranked #309 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Aspen Academy?
622 students attend Aspen Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Aspen Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspen Academy?
Aspen Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aspen Academy offer ?
Aspen Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aspen Academy part of?
Aspen Academy is part of Aspen Academy School District.
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