Serving 3 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Academy Mlp ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Academy Mlp's student population of 3 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside Academy Mlp is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
13:1
White
100%
60%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Academy Mlp?
3 students attend Riverside Academy Mlp.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Riverside Academy Mlp students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Academy Mlp?
Riverside Academy Mlp has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Academy Mlp offer ?
Riverside Academy Mlp offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Academy Mlp part of?
Riverside Academy Mlp is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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