Pioneers Academy in Minneapolis, MN, is a co鈥揺d Islamic private school serving preschool through fifth grade with an enrollment of 70 students.
Founded in 2017, the school operates in a suburban community and offers a program with a special emphasis for elementary grades.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 9:1, supported by a faculty of 8 teachers.
Approximately 58% of the student body identifies as students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Minnesota for diversity.
Pioneers Academy is an affordable suburban preschool and elementary school option within the Minneapolis area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Pioneers Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2017
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
70 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Pioneers Academy?
The application deadline for Pioneers Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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