Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rochester Math & Science Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rochester Math & Science Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rochester Math & Science Elementary 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 Rochester Math & Science Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#1437 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
100%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2007–2018. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Math & Science Elementary School's ranking?
Rochester Math & Science Elementary School is ranked #1437 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rochester Math & Science Elementary School often compared to?
Rochester Math & Science Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rochester Math & Science Elementary School?
322 students attend Rochester Math & Science Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rochester Math & Science Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester Math & Science Elementary School?
Rochester Math & Science Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester Math & Science Elementary School offer ?
Rochester Math & Science Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rochester Math & Science Elementary School part of?
Rochester Math & Science Elementary School is part of Rochester Math And Science Academy School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Terrible administration. Pays teachers very poorly. Pays the assistants more.
4 10/10/2025
This is a really good school. Nice students and staff. Really recommend.
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