AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL

AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 235 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL, located in the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a K-8 public charter school that emphasizes a robust, standards-based curriculum with a strong focus on academic achievement and cultural responsiveness. The school is known for its commitment to serving a diverse student population, providing a structured learning environment designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. By integrating core subjects like math, reading, and science with social-emotional learning, Aurora strives to create a supportive community that fosters both intellectual growth and personal character.

Beyond the standard curriculum, AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL distinguishes itself through its mission to engage families as active partners in the educational process. The school environment is characterized by smaller class sizes and a dedicated faculty focused on individualized instruction, ensuring that students from various backgrounds receive the attention necessary to meet grade-level expectations. With a focus on long-term development, the school aims to instill a lifelong love of learning while providing the tools and resources necessary for students to thrive in a multicultural society.

For more information, contact AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL at (612) 870-3891 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.