Serving 911 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 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 22% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6's student population of 911 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 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 Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 is 0.62, which is more 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
#1406 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
15%
12%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnesota Connections Academy K-6's ranking?
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 is ranked #1406 out of 1,860 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnesota Connections Academy K-6?
911 students attend Minnesota Connections Academy K-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnesota Connections Academy K-6?
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 offer ?
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 part of?
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 is part of Minnesota Transitions Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 located?
Minnesota Connections Academy K-6 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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