Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville serves 240 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%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- 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 240 students has grown by 361% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville?
240 students attend Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Step Academy Kg-5th - Burnsville students are Black.
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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