Hope Community Academy Elementary

HOPE Community Academy Elementary is a charter school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 478 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, the school offers personalized attention to each child’s learning needs. HOPE Community Academy has 58 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its diverse community.

The school's academic performance currently ranks in the lower third percentile among Minnesota schools, with only 25% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 17% proficient or above in Math. While these statistics indicate areas for improvement, HOPE Community Academy is focused on continuous student development and growth to better meet educational standards. HOPE Community Academy Elementary is situated in a large city setting within Saint Paul, providing its students with access to various urban resources and community programs.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Hope Community Academy Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Hope Community Academy Elementary is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.