Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Urban Charter 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Urban Charter School's student population of 483 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Urban Charter School is 0.25, which is less 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
#1516 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
86%
7%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
11%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Charter School's ranking?
Urban Charter School is ranked #1516 out of 1,734 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Urban Charter School?
483 students attend Urban Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Urban Charter School students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Charter School?
Urban Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Urban Charter School offer ?
Urban Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Urban Charter School part of?
Urban Charter School is part of Urban Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Charter School located?
Urban Charter School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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