Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Higher Ground Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Higher Ground Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Higher Ground Academy's student population of 573 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Higher Ground Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Higher Ground Academy is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Higher Ground Academy's ranking?
Higher Ground Academy is ranked #1308 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Higher Ground Academy?
573 students attend Higher Ground Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Higher Ground Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Higher Ground Academy?
Higher Ground Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Higher Ground Academy offer ?
Higher Ground Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Higher Ground Academy part of?
Higher Ground Academy is part of Higher Ground Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Higher Ground Academy located?
Higher Ground Academy is located in the Snelling Hamline neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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