Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Aurora Charter School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aurora Charter School's student population of 239 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing Academic Excellence
School Rankings
Aurora Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aurora Charter School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1618 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
100%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aurora Charter School's ranking?
Aurora Charter School is ranked #1618 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Aurora Charter School often compared to?
Aurora Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyndale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Aurora Charter School?
239 students attend Aurora Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Aurora Charter School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aurora Charter School?
Aurora Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aurora Charter School offer ?
Aurora Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aurora Charter School part of?
Aurora Charter School is part of Aurora Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Aurora Charter School located?
Aurora Charter School is located in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Longfellow.
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