AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL
Charter School
239 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
Aurora Charter School, located in the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a K-8 public charter school that emphasizes a robust, standards-based curriculum with a strong focus on academic achievement and cultural responsiveness. The school is known for its commitment to serving a diverse student population, providing a structured learning environment designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. By integrating core subjects like math, reading, and science with social-emotional learning, Aurora strives to create a supportive community that fosters both intellectual growth and personal character.
Beyond the standard curriculum, Aurora Charter School distinguishes itself through its mission to engage families as active partners in the educational process. The school environment is characterized by smaller class sizes and a dedicated faculty focused on individualized instruction, ensuring that students from various backgrounds receive the attention necessary to meet grade-level expectations. With a focus on long-term development, the school aims to instill a lifelong love of learning while providing the tools and resources necessary for students to thrive in a multicultural society.
Beyond the standard curriculum, Aurora Charter School distinguishes itself through its mission to engage families as active partners in the educational process. The school environment is characterized by smaller class sizes and a dedicated faculty focused on individualized instruction, ensuring that students from various backgrounds receive the attention necessary to meet grade-level expectations. With a focus on long-term development, the school aims to instill a lifelong love of learning while providing the tools and resources necessary for students to thrive in a multicultural society.
239
Total Students
15.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 238 |
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Hispanic238 (99.6%)
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White1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | AURORA CHARTER SCHOOL |
| Phone: | (612)870-3891 |
| Website: | http://www.auroracharterschool.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 239 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 15.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 130 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 46 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
20
Kindergarten
38
Grade 1
41
Grade 2
45
Grade 3
47
Grade 4
48
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 20 |
| Kindergarten | 38 |
| Grade 1 | 41 |
| Grade 2 | 45 |
| Grade 3 | 47 |
| Grade 4 | 48 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 125 | 52.3% |
| Male | 114 | 47.7% |
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