Below Average
#1812 of 1,992 schools in MN
Hope Community Academy High School
School · HOPE COMMUNITY ACADEMY
720 PAYNE AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55130
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 120 schools in Saint Paul. Learn more
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,812 of 1,992
In Saint Paul
#105 of 125
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
HOPE COMMUNITY ACADEMY
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Hope Community Academy High School
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About Hope Community Academy High School
Hope Community Academy High School is a public school in Saint Paul, MN, part of HOPE COMMUNITY ACADEMY. Hope Community Academy High School serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Community Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,812 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Hope Community Academy 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.
Hope Community Academy 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Hope Community Academy High School Compares
See how Hope Community Academy High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
720 PAYNE AVE, Saint Paul, MN 55130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Community Academy High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Txuj Ci HMong Language & Culture Lo (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CITY ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOPE Community Academy Elementary (rated 6.6/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,281
Median Home Value
$220,300
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
18,634
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
29
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Community Academy High School
What grades does Hope Community Academy High School serve?
Hope Community Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Hope Community Academy High School?
Hope Community Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Community Academy High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Community Academy High School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope Community Academy High School rank in MN?
Hope Community Academy High School ranks #1,812 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Hope Community Academy High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope Community Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hope Community Academy High School a charter school?
Yes, Hope Community Academy High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Hope Community Academy High School a Title I school?
No, Hope Community Academy High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope Community Academy High School?
87.5% of students at Hope Community Academy High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (651) 796-4500
Resources & Links
District
HOPE COMMUNITY ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 779
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,898
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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