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#1259 of 1,992 schools in MN
Academic Arts High School
High School · ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL
60 E MARIE AVE STE #220, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,259 of 1,992
In West Saint Paul
#3 of 6
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Academic Arts High School
Academic Arts High School is a public high school in West Saint Paul, MN, part of ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL. Academic Arts High School serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Academic Arts High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,259 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Academic Arts High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Academic Arts High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Academic Arts High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Academic Arts High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Academic Arts High School — Students at Academic Arts High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Academic Arts High School Compares
See how Academic Arts High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 E MARIE AVE STE #220, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academic Arts High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is 917 DCALS North (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Two Rivers High School (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mendota Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Saint Paul, see our West Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 917 DCALS North West Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights | 0.2 mi | — |
| CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN West Saint Paul | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNET West Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | — |
| Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| MISSISSIPPI VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET West Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Two Rivers High School Mendota Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Special Education Mendota Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPHS SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| S ST. PAUL COMMUNITY LRNG. CNTR. South Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SSP Virtual South Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | — |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,229
Median Home Value
$331,800
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
29,396
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC Bemidji, MN | 5.7 |
| Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center, MN | 5.7 |
| Central High Area Learning Center Mankato, MN | 5.7 |
| Distance Learning Academy Secondary North Branch, MN | 5.7 |
| EAST VIEW ACADEMY Little Canada, MN | 5.7 |
| HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH Hill City, MN | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academic Arts High School
What grades does Academic Arts High School serve?
Academic Arts High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Academic Arts High School?
Academic Arts High School has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academic Arts High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Academic Arts High School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academic Arts High School rank in MN?
Academic Arts High School ranks #1,259 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Academic Arts High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Academic Arts High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academic Arts High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academic Arts High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Academic Arts High School a charter school?
Yes, Academic Arts High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Academic Arts High School a Title I school?
No, Academic Arts High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.6%
- Phone
- (651) 457-7427
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 103
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,731
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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