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#114 of 319 private schools in MN

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Hope Christian Academy

School

920 HOLLEY AVE STE 2, Saint Paul Park, MN 55071

Private

Enrollment

52

Student-Teacher

7.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#114 of 319

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Hope Christian Academy

6.9/10

School in Saint Paul Park · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pullman Elementary

4.5/10

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4.3/10

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About Hope Christian Academy

Hope Christian Academy is a private school in Saint Paul Park, MN. Hope Christian Academy serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares0.7 pts above MN schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 52 students, Hope Christian Academy 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.

At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Hope Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hope Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hope Christian Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Saint Paul Park, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
This School
vs
14.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
52
This School
vs
456
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
4.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.7% vs 0%
Black 5.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.9% vs 0%
Hope Christian Academy Saint Paul Park Public Avg

All Schools in Saint Paul Park

School Rating
Hope Christian Academy (this school) 6.9
Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion 4.3
PULLMAN ELEMENTARY 4.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,105
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Enrollment 52
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 82.7%
Black 5.8%
Hispanic 3.8%
Two or More 3.8%
Asian 1.9%
Pacific Islander 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

920 HOLLEY AVE STE 2, Saint Paul Park, MN 55071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWPORT ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW LIFE ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Paul Park, see our Saint Paul Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PULLMAN ELEMENTARY Saint Paul Park 0.5 mi 4.5
Nuevas Fronteras Spanish Immersion Saint Paul Park 0.5 mi 4.3
OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove 1.0 mi 5.5
NEWPORT ELEMENTARY Newport 1.7 mi 8.5
Next Step Transition Program Cottage Grove 1.4 mi 3.7
PINE HILL ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove 2.0 mi 5.3
COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove 1.8 mi 8.9
Discovery Charter Elementary School Inver Grove Heights 1.9 mi 5.8
STEAM Academy Charter School Inver Grove Heights 1.9 mi 6.3
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove 2.0 mi 6.4
Park High School Cottage Grove 2.2 mi 5.8
HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove 2.5 mi 5.6
NEW LIFE ACADEMY Woodbury 3.7 mi 7.2
GORDON BAILEY ELEMENTARY Woodbury 3.6 mi 5.6
KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul 3.0 mi 4.0
HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights 2.8 mi 3.2
IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights 2.8 mi 4.3
South Washington Alternative HS Cottage Grove 3.0 mi 6.1
Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed Cottage Grove 3.0 mi 3.5
Access Cottage Grove 3.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,945

Median Home Value

$256,200

Median Rent

$2,116/mo

Population

5,807

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ST SCHOLASTICA HSC ACADEMY Isanti, MN 6.9
F.H.L. ACADEMY Bagley, MN 7.1
SOUTHVIEW CHRISTIAN Burnsville, MN 7.1
NORTHLAND LEARNING CENTER 020 Virginia, MN 6.7
ITASKIN EDUCATION CENTER Grand Rapids, MN 6.6
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Karlstad, MN 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope Christian Academy

What grades does Hope Christian Academy serve?

Hope Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Hope Christian Academy?

Hope Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hope Christian Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hope Christian Academy rank in MN?

Hope Christian Academy ranks #114 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Hope Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hope Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Hope Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hope Christian Academy a religious school?

Hope Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
52
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County

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