Serving 374 students in grades 6-12, Step Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Step Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Step Academy Charter School's student population of 374 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Step Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Step Academy Charter School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1441 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
99%
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Step Academy Charter School's ranking?
Step Academy Charter School is ranked #1441 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Step Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Step Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Step Academy Charter School?
374 students attend Step Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Step Academy Charter School students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Step Academy Charter School?
Step Academy Charter School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Step Academy Charter School offer ?
Step Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Step Academy Charter School part of?
Step Academy Charter School is part of Step Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Step Academy Charter School located?
Step Academy Charter School is located in the Daytons Bluff neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 6 other public schools located in Daytons Bluff.
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