Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville serves 171 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville's student population of 171 students has grown by 228% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 225% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville is 0.02, 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)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Black
99%
12%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville?
171 students attend Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville?
Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville offer ?
Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville part of?
Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville is part of Step Academy School District.
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