Lionsgate Academy

The Lionsgate Academy district in Minnesota operates four high schools that serve students in the area. While the schools share the Lionsgate name, they exhibit significant differences in academic performance, student demographics, and other key metrics.

Among the standout schools, Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka emerges as the top performer, with the highest proficiency rates in reading and science compared to the other Lionsgate schools and the state average. It also has the highest graduation rate at 13.6%, though this is still well below the state average. In contrast, Lionsgate Academy - Lynx Program has the lowest proficiency rates in math and reading, but benefits from a low student-teacher ratio of 2.8, suggesting more individualized attention for students. However, this school also has the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher concentration of economically disadvantaged students.

Across the district, the Lionsgate schools generally struggle, with graduation rates and test scores falling significantly below the state average. The high dropout rate at Lionsgate Academy - Shoreview, at 4.5%, is particularly concerning. These findings suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by each Lionsgate school and improve overall academic outcomes for students in the district.