Serving 66 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Rochester Phoenix Academy 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rochester Phoenix Academy's student population of 66 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
66 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rochester Phoenix Academy is 0.72, which is more 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)
(21-22)<50%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
<50%
83.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 17-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 schools are Rochester Phoenix Academy often compared to?
Rochester Phoenix Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Zumbro Ed. Dist. Futures/choice, Sunset Terrace Elementary School, John Marshall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester Phoenix Academy?
The graduation rate of Rochester Phoenix Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Rochester Phoenix Academy?
66 students attend Rochester Phoenix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Rochester Phoenix Academy students are Black, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Rochester Phoenix Academy offer ?
Rochester Phoenix Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rochester Phoenix Academy part of?
Rochester Phoenix Academy is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Rochester Phoenix Academy located?
Rochester Phoenix Academy is located in the Meadow Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadow Park.
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