Serving 208 students in grades 6-8, Hope Community Academy Middle School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Community Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hope Community Academy Middle School's student population of 208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope Community Academy Middle School 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 Hope Community Academy Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1725 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
96%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
3%
12%
White
n/a
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Community Academy Middle School's ranking?
Hope Community Academy Middle School is ranked #1725 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hope Community Academy Middle School?
208 students attend Hope Community Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hope Community Academy Middle School students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Community Academy Middle School?
Hope Community Academy Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hope Community Academy Middle School offer ?
Hope Community Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hope Community Academy Middle School part of?
Hope Community Academy Middle School is part of HOPE Community Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Community Academy Middle School located?
Hope Community Academy Middle School is located in the Railroad Island neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Railroad Island.
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