Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Best 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 22% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Best Academy's student population of 508 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Best Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Best Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1468 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
93%
12%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Best Academy's ranking?
Best Academy is ranked #1468 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Best Academy often compared to?
Best Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hennepin Schools Lower Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Best Academy?
508 students attend Best Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Best Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Best Academy?
Best Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Best Academy offer ?
Best Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Best Academy part of?
Best Academy is part of Best Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Best Academy located?
Best Academy is located in the Near North neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Near North.
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