Compass Academy serves 167 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Compass Academy is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
99%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Compass Academy?
167 students attend Compass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Compass Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compass Academy?
Compass Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Compass Academy offer ?
Compass Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Compass Academy part of?
Compass Academy is part of New Century School District.
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