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Davinci Academy

Charter | K-8 | 375 students

 

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Posted May 20, 2013

I love this school. Unfortunately, I had to leave it but I still love it. There are people here who have helped me through problems I had and I had a lot of fun here. The kids are welcoming, friendly, and once you get to know them, they are your second family. That is really important to me, as I am very sentimental. Even the boys in your class will defend you and help you through things that are hard for you to deal with on your own. No one will leave a fellow classmate alone during a hard time. You always have a shoulder to lean on at this school, whether its a teacher or a student. The teachers are amazing and helpful. They have fun ways of teaching that, over all, work really well. The students excel, the parents get involved, and everyone ends up knowing almost everyone. This is because the school is so small. Everyone can get immensely close to everyone. Like the previous person has said, you build lasting relationships here. In fact, I still am great friends with everyone I was close to. The only thing I would ever change are the colors of the uniforms. Really bad. But otherwise, this school is phenomenal. As a previous student, I highly recommend this school.


Posted January 10, 2013

I am an 8th grader who is finishing up my last year at this phenomenal school. I came from Oak View Middle school looking for a fresh start after going through the torrential social drama at oak view, And i have to say, I was extremely glad i did, I built lasting friendships here, and have learned so much through the past two years at this school. the teachers really understand you, and the nice thing is, you have pretty much the same teachers throughout your three years as a junior higher. this way, you get to know your teachers in a way that traditional public schools cannot offer. But, i do regret to say, this year has brought new changes as well. the core classes were extended to 70 minutes, when they had previously been 50 minutes, therefore eliminating the time for an electives class. it was very upsetting, and in our advisories, we are often times not with all of the people in our grade. this was extremely upsetting, as many were hoping to get their favorite teachers this year for homerooms. Despite it all though, Davinci Did a very nice job on what true education should be. And i hope that this school will find the money eventually to become stronger and even better.


Posted September 27, 2011

We love this school! With the individual learning approach, and wonderful reward programs, the teachers/school encourage a love for learning and trying new things. Our son loves going to school! We are so excited by his enthusiasm and interest in telling us about what he's done/learned each day. Both parents & teachers are actively involved in making the school a success. This translates into student success...thank you Davinci!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 24, 2011

I love this school! I have three children at Davinci. Everyday I am amazed at the curriculum, the staff, and my childrens knowledge of subjects. They have so much fun doing the assignments they hardly notice that they are learning. Learning is differentiated, and brought to the ability level of the child. This makes every child successful. This is such a fun school for the kids. Parents are involved & play an important role in helping the child learn.
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2010.

25 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2010.

24 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

25 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 79% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2011.

49 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
65%

2010

 
 
52%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

24 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
54%

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2010.

25 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
36%

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2010.

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

25 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 44% in 2011.

25 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
32%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students96%
Female100%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Economically non-disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English96%
Non-migrant96%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students92%
Female91%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Economically non-disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities94%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English92%
Non-migrant92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students77%
Female73%
Male81%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White74%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Economically non-disadvantaged78%
Students with disabilities70%
Students without disabilities79%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English78%
Non-migrant77%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students75%
Female75%
Male75%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Economically non-disadvantaged75%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities77%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English80%
Non-migrant75%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students71%
Female67%
Male75%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White79%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Economically non-disadvantaged78%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities70%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English70%
Non-migrant71%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students92%
Femalen/a
Male88%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White91%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Economically non-disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities95%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English92%
Non-migrant92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 76% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
86%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
55%
Science

The state average for Science was 58% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
52%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
67%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

25 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 42% in 2012.

25 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students94%
Female91%
Male96%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Economically non-disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English94%
Non-migrant94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students94%
Female96%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Economically non-disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities96%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English94%
Non-migrant94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students73%
Female69%
Male77%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White72%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Economically non-disadvantaged75%
Students with disabilities70%
Students without disabilities74%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English74%
Non-migrant73%

Science

All Students57%
Female60%
Male54%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
White51%
Economically disadvantaged36%
Economically non-disadvantaged63%
Students with disabilities40%
Students without disabilities61%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English57%
Non-migrant57%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students55%
Female31%
Male67%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White54%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Economically non-disadvantaged51%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities59%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English57%
Non-migrant55%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students54%
Female50%
Male58%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White58%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Economically non-disadvantaged56%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities57%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English57%
Non-migrant54%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students60%
Femalen/a
Male59%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White55%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Economically non-disadvantaged63%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities68%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English60%
Non-migrant60%

Science

All Students52%
Femalen/a
Male47%
Blackn/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
White46%
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Economically non-disadvantaged58%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities55%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English52%
Non-migrant52%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 85% 74%
Black 8% 9%
Asian 5% 6%
Hispanic 1% 7%
Two or more races 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 2%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 22%N/A37%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A16
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Cory H Klabunde
Fax number
  • (763) 754-6578

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Targeted Assistance program (TAS)
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13001 Central Ave North
Blaine, MN 55434
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Phone: (763) 754-6577

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