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Eagle Ridge Academy

Eagle Ridge Academy is a K-12, tuition-free Classical public school serving Twin Cities metro families. For over 20 years, the Academy has paired a strong academic foundation with character formation. Recognized as a Top 10 Minnesota school and AP School Honor Roll designee, students consistently score in Minnesota’s top 5% on state tests. Eagle Ridge Academy opened a second campus in Brooklyn Center in the fall of 2026, providing a high-quality Classical education to more students in the Twin Cities.

The mission of Eagle Ridge Academy is to engage all students in a time-tested, Classical Liberal Arts education that demands their best in academic achievement and honorable character while challenging them to attain their highest potential.
7031 halifax ave n brooklyn center mn 55429 and 11111 Bren Road W. Minnetonka mn 55343 Eagle Ridge Academy
20+ Years of Experience ERA opened its doors in 2004. Now, more than 1,500 students attend from 35 neighboring districts.
Top 5% on State Tests ERA students score in the top 5% of all MN public schools on state tests, outpacing the average score by 15%.
Graduation Rate of 100% 100% of ERA students graduated in 2025, and 90% went on to attend post-secondary school.
Top 10 MN School Ranked as Niche’s #5 Best MN School District and U.S. News & World Report’s #10 Best MN High School.

Our Foundation

Eagle Ridge Academy embodies six foundational pillars — Citizenship, Integrity, Perseverance, Honor, Excellence, and Respect — to nourish individuals in building character and becoming virtuous citizens. We look for pillars in our curriculum, teachers, students, and community.
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Eagle Ridge Academy PILLARS

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Citizenship

Defined: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars are good citizens, responsible, and contribute to the school.

In Action: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars pick up after themselves, are helpful, pay attention, recite the Pledge, and don’t vandalize property.
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Integrity

Defined: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars are trustworthy and have a conscience, dignity, morals, and academic honesty.

In Action: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars admit wrongdoing, stand up for what they feel is right, and complete homework on time.
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Perseverance

Defined: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars endure through hardships, focus, don’t give up, and accomplish goals.

In Action: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars do their best, don’t get discouraged, ask for extra help if needed, and ask questions.
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Honor

Defined: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars are honest, take pride in themselves, and recognize value and fairness.

In Action: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars show respect, stand up for others, and say hello to other students and teachers.
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Excellence

Defined: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars always do their best and take pride in their work and behavior.

In Action: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars care about what they are working on, push themselves, and excel at what they do.
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Respect

Defined: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars are kind, polite, exhibit self-control, and listen to authority figures.

In Action: Eagle Ridge Academy scholars listen, follow directions, accept responsibility for their actions, and take care of themselves and others.