Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hga Elementary 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 29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hga Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hga Elementary School's student population of 527 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hga Elementary School 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 Hga Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1308 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
97%
12%
White
3%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hga Elementary School's ranking?
Hga Elementary School is ranked #1308 out of 1,860 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hga Elementary School?
527 students attend Hga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hga Elementary School students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hga Elementary School?
Hga Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hga Elementary School offer ?
Hga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hga Elementary School part of?
Hga Elementary School is part of Higher Ground Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hga Elementary School located?
Hga Elementary School is located in the Snelling Hamline neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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