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Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm

Middle School · Friendship Academy of the Arts

3320 E. 41ST ST, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Charter

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

2.3

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,988 of 1,992

In Minneapolis

#125 of 125

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Friendship Academy of the Arts

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Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm

2.3/10

Middle School in Minneapolis · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm is a public middle school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Friendship Academy of the Arts. Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,988 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares3.5 pts below MN schools
  • This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm 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.

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-6.68 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,416
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm — Students at Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.2/10.

How Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm Compares

See how Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.3/10
0th percentile in MN
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Location

3320 E. 41ST ST, Minneapolis, MN 55406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SANFORD MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield (rated 3.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHROP ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 0.4 mi 9.2
Roosevelt High Minneapolis 0.4 mi 6.4
Roosevelt High - SWS Minneapolis 0.4 mi
HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 0.6 mi 5.2
Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary Minneapolis 0.6 mi 7.8
Howe Elementary Minneapolis 0.7 mi 8.9
SANFORD MIDDLE Minneapolis 0.8 mi 7.2
OPEN ARMS EARLY EDUCATION AND CHILD CARE CENTER Minneapolis 1.0 mi 5.3
Longfellow Alternative High Minneapolis 1.2 mi 6.4
MINNEHAHA ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minneapolis 0.9 mi 8.1
DOWLING ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 1.0 mi 7.3
Folwell Elementary Minneapolis 1.1 mi 4.6
Bdote Learning Center Minneapolis 1.5 mi 6.8
Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Elementary Minneapolis 1.5 mi 7.5
Universal Academy Elementary Minneapolis 1.5 mi 6.5
Universal Academy Middle/High Minneapolis 1.5 mi
Hiawatha College Prep - Kingfield Minneapolis 1.6 mi 3.4
Hiawatha Collegiate High School Minneapolis 1.6 mi 4.9
SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 1.6 mi 6.3
Anishinabe Academy Elementary Minneapolis 1.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,865

Median Home Value

$335,500

Median Rent

$1,276/mo

Population

35,863

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

39.7

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Kaleidoscope Middle School Otsego, MN 3.3
KIPP North Star Academy Minneapolis, MN 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm

What grades does Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm serve?

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm?

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm?

The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm rank in MN?

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm ranks #1,988 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm's MySchoolScout rating?

Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 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 Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm a charter school?

Yes, Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm a Title I school?

No, Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm?

80.8% of students at Friendship Academy of Arts - Interm qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
97 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

District

Friendship Academy of the Arts
District Enrollment
247
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,416
District Rank
#2 of 2

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