Serving 12 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Rockridge Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rockridge Academy's student population of 12 students has declined by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockridge Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockridge Academy is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1572 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockridge Academy's ranking?
Rockridge Academy is ranked #1572 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockridge Academy?
The graduation rate of Rockridge Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rockridge Academy?
12 students attend Rockridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rockridge Academy students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockridge Academy?
Rockridge Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockridge Academy offer ?
Rockridge Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Rockridge Academy part of?
Rockridge Academy is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockridge Academy located?
Rockridge Academy is located in the Lakeside And Lester Park neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Lakeside And Lester Park.
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