Summary:
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School is the sole high school located in the Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School District, which is ranked 14th out of 446 districts in Minnesota and has a 5-star rating. Serving grades 6-12, this public charter school in Minnetonka, Minnesota, has consistently been among the top-performing high schools in the state, with exceptional academic outcomes and a supportive environment for its 714 students.
The school's standout performance is evident in its consistently high statewide ranking, with a 5th-place ranking for the 2024-2025 school year. Its students consistently outperform the state average on the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA-III) in both math and reading, with 66.15% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 34.96%. Additionally, the school boasts a low dropout rate of 4.4% and a strong four-year graduation rate of 84.2%, indicating a stable and supportive environment for its students.
Despite having a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (35.71%), Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School is able to achieve exceptional academic outcomes, suggesting the school is implementing effective strategies to support and engage all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background. The school's outstanding performance and commitment to equity make it a potential model for other schools in the state and beyond, particularly for charter schools or public schools seeking to improve their academic outcomes.
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