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North Education Center Academy
High School · Intermediate School District 287
5530 ZEALAND AVE N, New Hope, MN 55428
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,123 of 1,992
In New Hope
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Intermediate School District 287
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About North Education Center Academy
North Education Center Academy is a public high school in New Hope, MN, part of Intermediate School District 287. North Education Center Academy serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Education Center Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,123 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for North Education Center Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2017).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 44 students, North Education Center 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, North Education Center Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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North Education Center Academy — Students at North Education Center Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 14 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: 9.0/10.
How North Education Center Academy Compares
See how North Education Center Academy 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
5530 ZEALAND AVE N, New Hope, MN 55428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Education Center Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Prairie Seeds High School Academy (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Crystal), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Hope, see our New Hope schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOW LAKE ELEMENTARY New Hope | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Escuela Exitos New Hope | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Prairie Seeds El School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Prairie Seeds Middle School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Prairie Seeds High School Academy Brooklyn Park | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN ACADEMY New Hope | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope | 1.5 mi | — |
| FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI Plymouth | 1.6 mi | — |
| ALC SENIOR HIGH Brooklyn Park | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| 279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| 279Online Learning Program 6-8 Brooklyn Park | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| 279Online Learning Program 9-12 Brooklyn Park | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| FAIR School Pilgrim Lane Plymouth | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Crystal | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,004
Median Home Value
$277,900
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
32,679
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Career and Life Transition Program Roseville, MN | 5.9 |
| HASTINGS ALTERNATIVE CENTER Hastings, MN | 5.9 |
| PERHAM AREA LEARNING CENTER Perham, MN | 5.9 |
| Princeton Online MN Princeton, MN | 5.9 |
| ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal, MN | 5.9 |
| RIVER VALLEY ACADEMY ALC Winona, MN | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Education Center Academy
What grades does North Education Center Academy serve?
North Education Center Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend North Education Center Academy?
North Education Center Academy has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Education Center Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at North Education Center Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Education Center Academy rank in MN?
North Education Center Academy ranks #1,123 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is North Education Center Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
North Education Center Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 North Education Center Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Education Center Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2017).
Is North Education Center Academy a charter school?
No, North Education Center Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Education Center Academy a Title I school?
No, North Education Center Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Education Center Academy?
79.5% of students at North Education Center Academy 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 44
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (763) 550-3108
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Intermediate School District 287- District Enrollment
- 858
- Schools in District
- 50
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $100,174
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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