Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Raleigh Primary/el Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh Primary/el Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Raleigh Primary/el Academy's student population of 208 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raleigh Primary/el Academy 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 Raleigh Primary/el Academy is 0.47, 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
#1199 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
71%
60%
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh Primary/el Academy's ranking?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy is ranked #1199 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Raleigh Primary/el Academy?
208 students attend Raleigh Primary/el Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Raleigh Primary/el Academy students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raleigh Primary/el Academy?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raleigh Primary/el Academy offer ?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raleigh Primary/el Academy part of?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy is part of Duluth Public Schools Academy.
In what neighborhood is Raleigh Primary/el Academy located?
Raleigh Primary/el Academy is located in the West Duluth neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in West Duluth.
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