Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Seven Hills Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#84 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
18%
12%
White
48%
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
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
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 #84 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Seven Hills Preparatory Academy?
550 students attend Seven Hills Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy?
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 10:1, 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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