At a glance
Reported students
163
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
8.17
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
20:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Minnesota elementary enrollment
19th percentile
Compared with 1,010 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
102.5
Aspire Academy Elementary: 163 reported students.
State peer staffing position
98th percentile
20:1 reported; state peer median 13.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 97
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.4:1
What the reported data says about Aspire Academy Elementary
Aspire Academy Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Shakopee. It is one of 2 current school records connected to Aspire Academy Charter School. NCES reports 163 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,010 elementary schools in Minnesota with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 389 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 19th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 20:1, above the Minnesota median of 13.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (99.4%) and White (0.6%). English learners represent 92.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Aspire Academy Elementary
- 1How do the reported 20:1 student–teacher ratio and 8.17 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 92.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 85.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0.6%
- Hispanic0%
- Black99.4%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Aspire Academy Charter School
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
View all 2 district schools →Public schools near Aspire Academy Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Services Elementary · Shakopee Public School District | PK–08 | 152 | under 0.1 mi |
| Sweeney Elementary Elementary · Shakopee Public School District | KG–05 | 602 | 0.8 mi |
| Jackson Elementary Elementary · Shakopee Public School District | KG–05 | 683 | 1.1 mi |
| Kinder Academy Elementary · Eastern Carver County Public School | KG–KG | 49 | 2.9 mi |
| La Academia Elementary · Eastern Carver County Public School | KG–05 | 443 | 2.9 mi |
| Sun Path Elementary Elementary · Shakopee Public School District | KG–05 | 521 | 3.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Aspire Academy Elementary
What grades does Aspire Academy Elementary serve?
Aspire Academy Elementary reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Aspire Academy Charter School.
How many students attend Aspire Academy Elementary?
Aspire Academy Elementary reported 163 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 19th percentile among 1,010 Minnesota elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 97 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Aspire Academy Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 20:1, based on 163 students and 8.17 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Minnesota median for the same school level is 13.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Aspire Academy Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Aspire Academy Elementary is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Aspire Academy Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
85.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Aspire Academy Elementary in?
Aspire Academy Elementary is part of Aspire Academy Charter School, based in Shakopee, MN, which operates 2 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Aspire Academy Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Special Services (under 0.1 mi), Sweeney Elementary (0.8 mi), Jackson Elementary (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.