Serving 613 students in grades 6-12, Bluesky Charter School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluesky Charter School's student population of 613 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bluesky Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluesky Charter School is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1325 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluesky Charter School's ranking?
Bluesky Charter School is ranked #1325 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Bluesky Charter School often compared to?
Bluesky Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Afsa High School, Academic Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bluesky Charter School?
The graduation rate of Bluesky Charter School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bluesky Charter School?
613 students attend Bluesky Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bluesky Charter School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluesky Charter School?
Bluesky Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluesky Charter School offer ?
Bluesky Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluesky Charter School part of?
Bluesky Charter School is part of Bluesky Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Bluesky Charter School located?
Bluesky Charter School is located in the South Loop District neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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