Needs Improvement
#1946 of 1,992 schools in MN
Afsa Elementary
Elementary School · AFSA HIGH SCHOOL
2925 COUNTRY DRIVE, Little Canada, MN 55117
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,946 of 1,992
In Little Canada
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
AFSA HIGH SCHOOL
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About Afsa Elementary
Afsa Elementary is a public elementary school in Little Canada, MN, part of AFSA HIGH SCHOOL. Afsa Elementary serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Afsa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,946 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Afsa Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Afsa Elementary 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Afsa Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Afsa Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Afsa Elementary — Students at Afsa Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Afsa Elementary Compares
See how Afsa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2925 COUNTRY DRIVE, Little Canada, MN 55117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Afsa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MINNESOTA WALDORF (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Roseville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN SCHOOL OF LITTLE CANADA (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Canada, see our Little Canada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE CANADA ELEMENTARY Little Canada | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL OF LITTLE CANADA Little Canada | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ROSEVILLE AREA MIDDLE Little Canada | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTH HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Roseville | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| AFSA HIGH SCHOOL Vadnais Heights | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| EAST VIEW ACADEMY Little Canada | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Quora Secondary School Little Canada | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MINNESOTA WALDORF Maplewood | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Harambee Elementary School Maplewood | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maplewood | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| EDGERTON ELEMENTARY Maplewood | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| VADNAIS HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY White Bear Lake | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| HAND IN HAND CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI Roseville | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY Roseville | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| CONCORDIA ACADEMY Roseville | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Roseville | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Mississippi Creative Arts Elem Saint Paul | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Lionsgate Academy - Lynx Program Shoreview | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lionsgate Academy - Shoreview Shoreview | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| WELS North Vadnais Heights | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,784
Median Home Value
$262,700
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
44,095
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
61.3%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul, MN | 3.4 |
| Gateway STEM Academy Charter School Burnsville, MN | 3.5 |
| SWANVILLE ELEMENTARY Swanville, MN | 3.6 |
| Granada Huntley East Chain Elem Sch Granada, MN | 3.7 |
| CROSSROADS MONTESSORI Saint Paul, MN | 3.0 |
| LOVEWORKS ACADEMY FOR ARTS Minneapolis, MN | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Afsa Elementary
What grades does Afsa Elementary serve?
Afsa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Afsa Elementary?
Afsa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Afsa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Afsa Elementary is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Afsa Elementary rank in MN?
Afsa Elementary ranks #1,946 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Afsa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Afsa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Afsa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Afsa Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Afsa Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Afsa Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Afsa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Afsa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Afsa Elementary?
65.0% of students at Afsa Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 143
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.8%
- Phone
- (651) 209-3910
Resources & Links
District
AFSA HIGH SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 398
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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