Summary:
Discovery Charter Elementary School is the sole public charter school serving grades K-8 in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. With an enrollment of 175 students, the school's performance and rankings within the state provide a mixed picture of its academic outcomes.
While the school's overall statewide ranking has declined from 309 out of 845 elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 424 out of 872 in 2024-2025, it maintains a 3 out of 5-star rating. The school's math proficiency rates are notably below the state averages, particularly in the upper grades, suggesting potential challenges in math instruction. However, the school's reading proficiency strengths in the upper elementary grades indicate positive outcomes in this subject area.
With over 50% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Discovery Charter School serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may impact academic performance. The school's small class sizes, with a student-teacher ratio of 10.2, could be a strength, but may also indicate resource constraints. Overall, the data highlights both areas for improvement and potential strengths at Discovery Charter Elementary School.
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