Aspen Academy

Aspen Academy serves 622 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Savage, Minnesota, operating as a charter school with a focused educational approach. With 45 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.4 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #261 out of 2,027 Minnesota schools, placing it in the 87th percentile statewide.

Students show strong achievement across core subjects, with 61% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 59% demonstrate proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence and student growth. Aspen Academy draws families from a well-educated community where 52% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $122,652.

The low poverty rate of 6.1% indicates a stable, supportive environment for learning. Located on Zinran Avenue in Scott County, the school sits in an established suburban setting that combines residential neighborhoods with access to the broader Twin Cities metropolitan area, providing students with both community connection and educational opportunities.

Aspen Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.