Serving 92 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Legacy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Legacy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp Legacy Academy's student population of 92 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Legacy Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Legacy Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1671 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
89%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Legacy Academy's ranking?
Kipp Legacy Academy is ranked #1671 out of 1,734 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Kipp Legacy Academy?
92 students attend Kipp Legacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Kipp Legacy Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Legacy Academy?
Kipp Legacy Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kipp Legacy Academy offer ?
Kipp Legacy Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kipp Legacy Academy part of?
Kipp Legacy Academy is part of KIPP Minnesota Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Legacy Academy located?
Kipp Legacy Academy is located in the Jordan neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Jordan.
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