Serving 280 students in grades 6-8, Seven Hills Prep Upper 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 38% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seven Hills Prep Upper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Seven Hills Prep Upper's student population of 280 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Seven Hills Prep Upper ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seven Hills Prep Upper is 0.68, which is more 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
#692 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
18%
12%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seven Hills Prep Upper's ranking?
Seven Hills Prep Upper is ranked #692 out of 1,860 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Seven Hills Prep Upper?
280 students attend Seven Hills Prep Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Seven Hills Prep Upper students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seven Hills Prep Upper?
Seven Hills Prep Upper has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seven Hills Prep Upper offer ?
Seven Hills Prep Upper offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Seven Hills Prep Upper part of?
Seven Hills Prep Upper is part of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy School District.
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