Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hope Community Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope Community Academy Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Community Academy Elementary 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 Elementary 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
#1726 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
93%
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
4%
12%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Hope Community Academy Elementary School is ranked #1726 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hope Community Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Community Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hope Community Academy High School, Hope Community Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hope Community Academy Elementary School?
434 students attend Hope Community Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hope Community Academy Elementary School students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Community Academy Elementary School?
Hope Community Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hope Community Academy Elementary School offer ?
Hope Community Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Community Academy Elementary School part of?
Hope Community Academy Elementary School is part of HOPE Community Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Community Academy Elementary School located?
Hope Community Academy Elementary 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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