Choice Technical Academy

CHOICE Technical Academy is a charter high school located in Owatonna, Minnesota. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of just 44 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 44:1 with one full-time teacher. CHOICE Technical Academy focuses on offering specialized technical programs that aim to equip students with practical skills for future careers.

Academically, the school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.2 out of 10, placing it in the 22nd percentile among Minnesota schools. The academic score stands at 2.7/10, indicating areas where improvements are needed. In reading and ELA assessments, 25% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards, while math proficiency is slightly lower at 20%.

These scores suggest that CHOICE Technical Academy may be focusing more on student development beyond traditional academic measures. Located in the heart of Owatonna, the school benefits from being situated in a supportive town community.

With an enrollment of 44 students, Choice Technical 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.

The student-teacher ratio at Choice Technical Academy is 44:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Choice Technical 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.