Serving 221 students in grades 6-8, Hope Community Academy Middle 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 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope Community Academy Middle School's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 116% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Hope Community Academy Middle School 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 Hope Community Academy Middle School 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
#1692 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
93%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Community Academy Middle School's ranking?
Hope Community Academy Middle School is ranked #1692 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hope Community Academy Middle School often compared to?
Hope Community Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Community Academy Elementary School, Hope Community Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hope Community Academy Middle School?
221 students attend Hope Community Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hope Community Academy Middle School students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Community Academy Middle School?
Hope Community Academy Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Community Academy Middle School offer ?
Hope Community Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hope Community Academy Middle School part of?
Hope Community Academy Middle School is part of HOPE Community Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Community Academy Middle School located?
Hope Community Academy Middle School is located in the Railroad Island neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Railroad Island.
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