COLOGNE ACADEMY
Charter School
658 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Cologne Academy, located in Cologne, Minnesota, is a public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Founded on the principle of providing a rigorous, classical education, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and critical thinking. Its curriculum is notably grounded in the Core Knowledge sequence, which aims to provide students with a broad base of cultural and academic literacy, ensuring they build a cohesive foundation of knowledge as they progress through the grade levels.
Beyond its academic focus, Cologne Academy is defined by a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement. As a charter school, it operates with a high degree of autonomy, allowing it to tailor its instructional methods and school culture to align with its specific mission of fostering well-rounded, responsible citizens. The school maintains a tight-knit campus atmosphere, focusing on individualized student support and the cultivation of personal integrity and respect, making it a prominent educational choice for families in the Carver County area seeking a traditional, content-rich schooling model.
Beyond its academic focus, Cologne Academy is defined by a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement. As a charter school, it operates with a high degree of autonomy, allowing it to tailor its instructional methods and school culture to align with its specific mission of fostering well-rounded, responsible citizens. The school maintains a tight-knit campus atmosphere, focusing on individualized student support and the cultivation of personal integrity and respect, making it a prominent educational choice for families in the Carver County area seeking a traditional, content-rich schooling model.
658
Total Students
52.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 488 |
| Hispanic | 24 |
| Black | 18 |
| Asian | 85 |
| Two or More | 31 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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White488 (74.2 %)
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Asian85 (12.9 %)
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Two or More31 (4.7 %)
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Hispanic24 (3.6 %)
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Black18 (2.7 %)
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American Indian6 (0.9 %)
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Pacific Islander6 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | COLOGNE ACADEMY |
| Phone: | (952)466-2276 |
| Website: | http://cologneacademy.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 658 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 52.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 73 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 16 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
78
Grade 1
78
Grade 2
78
Grade 3
77
Grade 4
89
Grade 5
67
Grade 6
58
Grade 7
78
Grade 8
55
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 78 |
| Grade 1 | 78 |
| Grade 2 | 78 |
| Grade 3 | 77 |
| Grade 4 | 89 |
| Grade 5 | 67 |
| Grade 6 | 58 |
| Grade 7 | 78 |
| Grade 8 | 55 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 318 | 48.3% |
| Male | 340 | 51.7% |
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