Serving 117 students in grades 5-8, Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter's student population of 117 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is 0.59, 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
#550 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter's ranking?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is ranked #550 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter?
117 students attend Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter offer ?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter part of?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is part of Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter located?
Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter is located in the Macalester Groveland neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Macalester Groveland.
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