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#27 of 319 private schools in MN

Top 8% of private schools

Academy of Whole Learning

School

3500 WILLISTON RD, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Private

Enrollment

76

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#27 of 319

In Minnetonka

#2 of 2

public schools

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Academy of Whole Learning

8.1/10

School in Minnetonka · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Minnetonka Christian Academy

8.1/10

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5.3/10

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About Academy of Whole Learning

Academy of Whole Learning is a private school in Minnetonka, MN. Academy of Whole Learning serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Whole Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #27 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares1.9 pts above MN schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 76 students, Academy of Whole Learning is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Academy of Whole Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Academy of Whole Learning is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy of Whole Learning compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Minnetonka, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
76
This School
vs
831
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 50% vs 0%
White 38.2% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Academy of Whole Learning Minnetonka Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Academy of Whole Learning (this school) 8.1
Hopkins West Middle School 5.3
GROVELAND ELEMENTARY 7.7
MINNETONKA EAST MIDDLE 7.9
GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY 6.7
Hopkins North Middle School 5.8
L.H. TANGLEN ELEMENTARY 5.6
MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH 7.7
Tonka Online 5.8
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY 8.9
HOPKINS SENIOR HIGH 5.9
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY 4.8
Tonka Online K-5 8.3
CLEAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY 7.9
WEST EDUCATION CENTER ALTERNATIVE 5.9
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL 8.4
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 7.2
Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka 6.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 58%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 76
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 50.0%
White 38.2%
Black 5.3%
Asian 3.9%
Native American 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3500 WILLISTON RD, Minnetonka, MN 55345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of Whole Learning may also want to explore other schools in the area. SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLEASON LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MINNETONKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Minnetonka, see our Minnetonka schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MINNETONKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minnetonka 0.1 mi 8.1
Hopkins West Middle School Minnetonka 1.1 mi 5.3
GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.9 mi 6.7
MINNETONKA EAST MIDDLE Minnetonka 1.5 mi 7.9
GROVELAND ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 1.4 mi 7.7
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI Wayzata 2.1 mi
ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayzata 2.1 mi 6.7
WAYZATA CENTRAL MIDDLE Plymouth 2.9 mi 7.7
CENTRAL MIDDLE ALTERNATIVE (CMAP) Plymouth 2.9 mi
GATEWOOD ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 3.0 mi 4.8
BIRCHVIEW ELEMENTARY Plymouth 3.0 mi 6.5
SUNSET HILL ELEMENTARY Plymouth 2.9 mi 7.8
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 3.0 mi 8.9
Ubah Academy Hopkins 2.6 mi 6.7
School #519 Plymouth 3.5 mi
GLEASON LAKE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 3.2 mi 8.2
ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayzata 3.0 mi 6.3
MINNETONKA SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka 3.0 mi 7.7
Tonka Online Minnetonka 3.0 mi 5.8
WAYZATA EAST MIDDLE Plymouth 3.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,287

Median Home Value

$478,800

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

21,255

College Educated

64.2%

Homeownership

86.3%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MINNETONKA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minnetonka, MN 8.1
MOUNTAIN LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mountain Lake, MN 8.1
AGAPE CHRISTI ACADEMY Eden Prairie, MN 8.6
NEW DOMINION SCHOOL Austin, MN 8.6
CYPRUS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Burnsville, MN 7.5
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mankato, MN 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of Whole Learning

What grades does Academy of Whole Learning serve?

Academy of Whole Learning serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Academy of Whole Learning?

Academy of Whole Learning has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Whole Learning?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Whole Learning is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of Whole Learning rank in MN?

Academy of Whole Learning ranks #27 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Academy of Whole Learning's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of Whole Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of Whole Learning a private school?

Yes, Academy of Whole Learning is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of Whole Learning a religious school?

No, Academy of Whole Learning is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
76
Gender Split
74% M / 26% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County

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