Davinci Academy

Davinci Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
532 Bunker Lake Blvd NE,  Ham Lake, MN
3.0
2.7
918 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Debra Lach
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
67%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
61
Full Time Teachers
61
Teachers in First or Second Year
26.4%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
20.1%
State Average
31.9%
Science
23.1%
State Average
34%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
455:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
White
59.5%
Black
20.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10%
Two or more races
5.9%
Hispanic
3.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#15 Best Charter MS in Minnesota
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 22 Reviews
1.0 Parent
1/9/2024
Davinci was once a great school. My children were there for 3 years and in the last year it has went entirely downhill. The administration is less than desirable and many great teachers have left because of the pushing of political agendas. It became so toxic for so many. Such a shame because it was once such a great school.
1.0 Parent
12/28/2023
My children went to this school K-7 and K-5. The teachers are very liberal and push their agenda on the students. My children were not prepared when they moved onto their new school. They do not address bullying and poor behavior. They do not value sports. The best part of this school is the uniforms.
2.0 Parent
12/28/2023
When we first started at DaVinci it was great but we ended up leaving this school. It is not the school it was years ago.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 47 Reviews
2.0 teacher
8/23/2025
I just read the September 18 review, and it’s pretty much what I came here to say. It’s all true. Last year the Executive Director, the Director of Teaching and Learning and the Elementary School Principal were out a lot. There was no explanation as to why, only a staffing report stating they were o...
1.0 teacher
8/18/2025
I would not recommend this school to any potential teacher. I would also not recommend this school to families looking for a friendly, supportive school. There is some history in the school. Numerous teachers left us as did students because of the way leadership handled curriculum selections. There...
1.0 parent
7/21/2025
Avoid this place. Sickening the far left liberal stuff they push even on the youngest!!
1.0 parent
12/12/2024
Our experience with this school has been deeply disappointing. The leadership prioritizes ego over effective management, creating a toxic culture that mistreats parents and fails to foster collaboration. Instead of addressing issues, the administration and staff appear more focused on controlling th...

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Davinci Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 532 Bunker Lake Blvd NE in Ham Lake, in the Ham Lake neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 918 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Davinci Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $539,738. Discover additional schools in the area, like Parnassus Preparatory Charter School, Blaine Senior High School, Bridges, and more. Learn more about what Ham Lake has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Davinci Academy.

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