Eagle Ridge Academy is a charter school with a philosophical emphasis on the classical education movement that serves grades Kindergarten through twelve. It is located in the southern part of Minnetonka, MN having moved from another location in 2016.
Serving 714 students in grades 6-12, Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School 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 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 61% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School's student population of 714 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Grey, Burgundy
School Rankings
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School 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 Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School is 0.71, 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
#197 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
32%
12%
White
39%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gryphons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School's ranking?
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School is ranked #197 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School often compared to?
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School?
714 students attend Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School?
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School offer ?
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School part of?
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School is part of Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School District.
School Reviews
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