Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Sage Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 6:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sage Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sage Academy Charter School's student population of 68 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sage Academy Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sage Academy Charter School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
35%
12%
White
24%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
What is Sage Academy Charter School's ranking?
Sage Academy Charter School is ranked #673 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Sage Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Sage Academy Charter School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Sage Academy Charter School?
68 students attend Sage Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sage Academy Charter School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sage Academy Charter School?
Sage Academy Charter School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sage Academy Charter School offer ?
Sage Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sage Academy Charter School part of?
Sage Academy Charter School is part of Sage Academy Charter School District.
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