Compass Academy serves 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Compass Academy's student population of 245 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Compass Academy is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
98%
12%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Compass Academy?
245 students attend Compass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Compass Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compass Academy?
Compass Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Compass Academy offer ?
Compass Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Compass Academy part of?
Compass Academy is part of New Century School District.
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