Summary:
The Universal Academy Charter School district in Minnesota has only one elementary school, Universal Academy Elementary, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. This school stands out for its consistently low academic performance, with proficiency rates on standardized tests well below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.
Universal Academy Elementary has an enrollment of 404 students, the vast majority of whom (97.28%) are African American. The school also serves a highly economically disadvantaged population, with an extremely high percentage (99.26%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite these challenges, the school's student-teacher ratio of 16.2 is only slightly higher than the state average.
The academic performance at Universal Academy Elementary is a significant concern, with proficiency rates ranging from 16.28% in 6th grade math to 52.63% in 5th grade reading, all well below the state averages. The school's overall ranking of 555 out of 881 Minnesota elementary schools and a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger further highlight the need for improvement. Addressing the root causes of this underperformance, such as the high poverty levels and potential equity issues, will be crucial for ensuring that all students at Universal Academy Elementary receive a high-quality education.
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