Serving 77 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Steam Academy Charter 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steam Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Steam Academy Charter School's student population of 77 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Steam Academy Charter 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 Steam Academy Charter School 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
#1179 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
63%
12%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
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 Steam Academy Charter School's ranking?
Steam Academy Charter School is ranked #1179 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Steam Academy Charter School?
77 students attend Steam Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Steam Academy Charter School students are Black, 25% of students are White, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steam Academy Charter School?
Steam Academy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Steam Academy Charter School offer ?
Steam Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Steam Academy Charter School part of?
Steam Academy Charter School is part of Steam Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Steam Academy Charter School located?
Steam Academy Charter School is located in the Hamline Midway neighborhood of Inver Grove Heights, MN.
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