Summary:
Rochester Math And Science Academy is the sole elementary school located in the Rochester Math And Science Academy district, serving grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 414 students. The school has a predominantly African American student population (99.52%) and an extremely high rate of free/reduced lunch recipients (99.76%), indicating a high-poverty community.
Rochester Math And Science Academy has consistently underperformed on standardized tests, with proficiency rates well below the state averages in math, reading, and science across all grade levels. The school's statewide ranking places it in the bottom 20% of Minnesota elementary schools, and its student-teacher ratio of 32.5:1 is above the state average. These factors suggest significant challenges in providing a quality education to the school's high-needs student population.
While the school's charter status may have been intended to improve academic outcomes, the data does not support this narrative. Targeted interventions and additional support, such as increased funding, professional development for teachers, and evidence-based instructional strategies, may be necessary to help Rochester Math And Science Academy address the persistent achievement gaps and provide a better educational experience for its students.
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