Serving 401 students in grades 8-12, Hga Secondary 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 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hga Secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hga Secondary's student population of 401 students has grown by 138% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Hga Secondary 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 Secondary is 0.00, 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
#1132 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
100%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hga Secondary's ranking?
Hga Secondary is ranked #1132 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hga Secondary often compared to?
Hga Secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Cities Academy, Harding Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hga Secondary?
The graduation rate of Hga Secondary is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hga Secondary?
401 students attend Hga Secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hga Secondary students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hga Secondary?
Hga Secondary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hga Secondary offer ?
Hga Secondary offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hga Secondary part of?
Hga Secondary is part of Higher Ground Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hga Secondary located?
Hga Secondary is located in the Como Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in Como Park.
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