Serving 80 students in grades 5-8, Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter's student population of 80 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is 0.54, 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
#562 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
11%
12%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter's ranking?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is ranked #562 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter?
80 students attend Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter offer ?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter part of?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is part of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter located?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is located in the Macalester Groveland neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Macalester Groveland.
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