Summary:
Rochester Math And Science Academy is the sole public charter school serving grades K-8 in the area, with 419 students enrolled. Based on the available data, this school appears to be underperforming compared to other elementary schools in Minnesota.
Rochester Math And Science Academy is ranked 684 out of 872 Minnesota elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year and has received a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is performing below average. The school's test scores in both math and reading are significantly lower than the state averages across all grade levels. For example, in 2024-2025, only 28.77% of students were proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 45.21%, and 33.56% were proficient or better in reading, compared to the state average of 49.59%.
The school faces several challenges that may contribute to its underperformance, including a very high percentage of students (98.81%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage, and a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 32.9. The school's performance has been consistently below average over the past few years, with its statewide ranking declining from 731 out of 845 in 2022-2023 to 684 out of 872 in 2024-2025. Addressing these issues may require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, additional resources, and a focus on improving teaching and learning.
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