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Brookside Academy
School · CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
1700 305TH AVE NE, Cambridge, MN 55040
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Brookside Academy
Brookside Academy is a public school in Cambridge, MN, part of the CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $88,576, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Brookside Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Brookside Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Brookside Academy may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 1700 305TH AVE NE, Cambridge, MN 55040
- Phone
- (763) 689-6196
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022).
Location
1700 305TH AVE NE, Cambridge, MN 55040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookside Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CAMBRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away). Additionally, ST SCHOLASTICA HSC ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Isanti). For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOVING FORWARD Cambridge | 0.0 mi | — |
| Riverside Academy IS Cambridge | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Riverside Academy Cambridge | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Art & Science Academy Middle School Isanti | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Art and Science Academy Isanti | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CAMBRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cambridge | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Cambridge-Isanti STEAM School Isanti | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ISANTI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Isanti | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ISANTI PRIMARY SCHOOL Isanti | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Isanti Early Childhood Special Ed Isanti | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST SCHOLASTICA HSC ACADEMY Isanti | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ISANTI MIDDLE SCHOOL Isanti | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cambridge | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Cambridge Early Childhood SpecialEd Cambridge | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cambridge | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Cambridge-Isanti OLL Elementary K-5 Cambridge | 4.1 mi | — |
| Cambridge-Isanti OLL Secondary 6-12 Cambridge | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| East Bethel Elementary School Cedar | 11.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,576
Median Home Value
$287,700
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Population
14,451
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Brookside Academy has a median household income of $88,576. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $287,700, with a median rent of $1,298/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 917 DASH Rosemount, MN | — |
| 917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul, MN | — |
| ABI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul, MN | — |
| APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale, MN | — |
| Arrowhead Academy Duluth, MN | — |
| Benton-Stearns Education - ASD Sauk Rapids, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookside Academy
What grades does Brookside Academy serve?
Brookside Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Brookside Academy?
Brookside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Brookside Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Brookside Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Brookside Academy a charter school?
No, Brookside Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookside Academy a Title I school?
No, Brookside Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brookside Academy?
80.0% of students at Brookside Academy 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
- City Safety
- High (1,759/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cambridge). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Isanti County
- Phone
- (763) 689-6196
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CAMBRIDGE-ISANTI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 5,092
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,306
Other Schools in This District
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