ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY

ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Rochester STEM Academy school district, located in ROCHESTER, MN with about 113 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 7 teachers, ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY, located in Rochester, Minnesota, is a public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous academic experience with a specialized focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Serving a diverse student population, the academy emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-based learning that prepares students for the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce. By integrating STEM concepts across their curriculum, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deep interest in innovation among its learners.

The academy prides itself on creating a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. By utilizing small class sizes and personalized instruction, ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY strives to meet the individual needs of each student while maintaining high expectations. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages community engagement and exploration of STEM-related career paths, aiming to empower graduates to become well-rounded, informed, and prepared citizens in a rapidly evolving global society.

For more information, contact ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY at (507) 281-2381 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

415 16TH ST SW
ROCHESTER, MN 55902-2125
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ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in ROCHESTER, MN with about 113 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Total Students:
113
Teachers:
7
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 113 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending ROCHESTER STEM ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 99% of the student body.

Black or African American
99.1%
Asian
0.9%

Female
60.2%
Male
39.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.