Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rise 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rise Academy's student population of 164 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rise 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 Rise Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1801 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
76%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise Academy's ranking?
Rise Academy is ranked #1801 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rise Academy often compared to?
Rise Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rise Academy?
164 students attend Rise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rise Academy students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rise Academy?
Rise Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rise Academy offer ?
Rise Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rise Academy part of?
Rise Academy is part of RISE Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Rise Academy located?
Rise Academy is located in the West Seventh Fort Road neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 21 other public schools located in West Seventh Fort Road.
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