Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn is a public charter elementary school serving 125 students in grades K-8 in Bemidji, Minnesota. The school has a diverse student population, with 46.4% White, 32% Native American, 12.8% two or more races, 4.8% Hispanic, 1.6% African American, and 1.6% Asian students.
Despite its small class sizes and low student-teacher ratio, Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn has consistently struggled academically, with proficiency rates in math and reading well below the state averages. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's overall proficiency rates were just 11.96% in math and 25.81% in reading, significantly lower than the state averages of 45.47% and 49.85%, respectively. The school's performance is particularly concerning for certain student subgroups, such as its Native American and low-income students, who rank near the bottom of Minnesota elementary schools in math proficiency. Nearby schools, like Schoolcraft Learning Community and Horace May Elementary, significantly outperform Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn in both math and reading.
The persistent academic challenges at Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn, coupled with its high percentage of students from low-income families (60%) and diverse racial/ethnic backgrounds, suggest that the school may not be providing the necessary support and resources to help its students succeed. The school's 1-star rating from SchoolDigger and its ranking in the bottom quartile of Minnesota elementary schools further highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of the school's student population and improve overall academic achievement.
Students at Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn are 46% American Indian, 43% White, 6% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic, 1% Asian.
In the 2023-24 school year, 141 students attended Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn.
Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn ranks in the bottom 12.8% of Minnesota elementary schools.
Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn