Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seven Hills Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
15%
12%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seven Hills Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy is ranked #178 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Seven Hills Preparatory Academy?
543 students attend Seven Hills Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy?
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seven Hills Preparatory Academy offer ?
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Seven Hills Preparatory Academy part of?
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy is part of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Seven Hills Preparatory Academy located?
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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