Summary:
The Saint Cloud Math and Science Academy is the sole elementary school serving grades K-5 in the Saint Cloud Math and Science Academy District in Saint Cloud, Minnesota. With a total enrollment of 240 students, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 20% of Minnesota elementary schools over the past three years, earning a 1-star rating out of 5.
The school's academic performance is a significant concern, with proficiency rates on state assessments well below the state averages in math, reading, and science. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's overall math proficiency rate was just 32.58%, compared to the state average of 45.21%. Additionally, the school's science proficiency rate in 2023-2024 was only 13.89%, far lower than the state average of 39.56%. Despite a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 8.8 to 1, the school appears to be struggling to meet the academic needs of its students, who come from a predominantly economically disadvantaged background, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
While the school's low student-teacher ratio could be a positive factor, it does not seem to be translating to stronger academic outcomes based on the available data. The school's consistently low statewide ranking and 1-star rating suggest that it is performing well below average compared to other elementary schools in Minnesota, and further investigation would be needed to understand the root causes of the school's challenges and identify potential areas for improvement.
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