Serving 40 students in grades 9-12, Riverside Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Academy's student population of 40 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside Academy is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Academy?
The graduation rate of Riverside Academy is 10%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Riverside Academy?
40 students attend Riverside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Riverside Academy students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Academy?
Riverside Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Academy offer ?
Riverside Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Academy part of?
Riverside Academy is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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