ROCHESTER BEACON ACADEMY

ROCHESTER BEACON ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Rochester Beacon Academy school district, located in ROCHESTER, MN with about 111 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 29 teachers, ROCHESTER BEACON ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 3:1. 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 BEACON ACADEMY (RBA) is a public charter school located in Rochester, Minnesota, that serves students in grades 5 through 8. The school distinguishes itself through a rigorous, classical approach to education, emphasizing a structured curriculum that focuses on building a strong foundation in the liberal arts, including history, literature, mathematics, and science. By utilizing a content-rich approach, RBA aims to foster critical thinking and intellectual growth, preparing students for success in high school and beyond.

Central to the academy’s mission is the cultivation of virtuous character alongside academic achievement. The school places a high value on a supportive community environment where students are encouraged to develop personal responsibility, integrity, and a lifelong love of learning. Because it is a public charter school, ROCHESTER BEACON ACADEMY is tuition-free and open to all students, offering families in the Rochester area an alternative educational model centered on academic excellence and moral development.

For more information, contact ROCHESTER BEACON ACADEMY at (507) 258-5351 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.