Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Academia ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA ACADEMIA's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chaska, MN, encompassing approximately 82.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Academia's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Academia ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Academia is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
37%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Academia's ranking?
La Academia is ranked #553 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are La Academia often compared to?
La Academiais often viewed alongside schools like World Learner Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend La Academia?
443 students attend La Academia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of La Academia students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Academia?
La Academia has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Academia offer ?
La Academia offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Academia part of?
La Academia is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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