Very Good
#35 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 11% of private schools
Breakaway Academy
Elementary School
1661 PARK RIDGE DR, Chaska, MN 55318
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#35 of 319
In Chaska
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Breakaway Academy
Breakaway Academy is a private elementary school in Chaska, MN. Breakaway Academy serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Breakaway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Breakaway Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Breakaway Academy 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
BetaHow Breakaway Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Chaska, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Breakaway Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST | 6.3 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST | 5.6 |
| LA ACADEMIA | 8.0 |
| Kinder Academy | 5.8 |
| WORLD LEARNER CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| CLOVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| 112 ALC MIDDLE SCHOOL | 1.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1661 PARK RIDGE DR, Chaska, MN 55318
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Breakaway Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JONATHAN ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LA ACADEMIA (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WORLD LEARNER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chaska, see our Chaska schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST Chaska | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Kinder Academy Chaska | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LA ACADEMIA Chaska | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SWMetro Prairie Care Shakopee | 0.9 mi | — |
| SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| SWMetro ALC Shakopee | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SWMetro Independent Study Shakopee | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHASKA HIGH SCHOOL Chaska | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chaska | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| SWMetro CCJ Shakopee | 1.3 mi | — |
| WORLD LEARNER CHARTER SCHOOL Chaska | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| JONATHAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chaska | 1.2 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Special Education Chaska | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| JONATHAN ELEMENTARY Chaska | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY Chaska | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| 112 ALC Independent Study Chaska | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| 112 ALC MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska | 2.4 mi | 1.6 |
| STEPS TOWARD ADULT RESPONSIBILITY Chaska | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55318 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,781
Median Home Value
$389,200
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
29,884
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BATTLE LAKE ELEMENTARY Battle Lake, MN | 7.9 |
| COKATO ELEMENTARY Cokato, MN | 7.9 |
| EAST CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Finlayson, MN | 7.9 |
| Eastview Education Center Monticello, MN | 7.9 |
| HANOVER ELEMENTARY Hanover, MN | 7.9 |
| CROOKED LAKE ELEMENTARY Andover, MN | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Breakaway Academy
What grades does Breakaway Academy serve?
Breakaway Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Breakaway Academy?
Breakaway Academy has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Breakaway Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Breakaway Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Breakaway Academy rank in MN?
Breakaway Academy ranks #35 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Breakaway Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Breakaway Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Breakaway Academy a private school?
Yes, Breakaway Academy 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 Breakaway Academy a religious school?
No, Breakaway Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 347
- Gender Split
- 90% M / 10% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carver County
- Phone
- (952) 227-7749
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