Serving 479 students in grades 7-12, Higher Ground Secondary 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 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Higher Ground Secondary Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Higher Ground Secondary Academy's student population of 479 students has grown by 185% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Higher Ground Secondary 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 Secondary 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
#1132 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
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
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Secondary Academy's ranking?
Higher Ground Secondary Academy is ranked #1132 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Higher Ground Secondary Academy often compared to?
Higher Ground Secondary Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Harding Senior High School, Twin Cities Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Higher Ground Secondary Academy?
The graduation rate of Higher Ground Secondary Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Higher Ground Secondary Academy?
479 students attend Higher Ground Secondary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Higher Ground Secondary Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Higher Ground Secondary Academy?
Higher Ground Secondary Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Higher Ground Secondary Academy offer ?
Higher Ground Secondary Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Higher Ground Secondary Academy part of?
Higher Ground Secondary Academy is part of Higher Ground Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Higher Ground Secondary Academy located?
Higher Ground Secondary Academy is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Como Park.
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