Hope Academy

Hope Academy serves 559 students in grades Kindergarten-12. The student:teacher of Hope Academy is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 559 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Hope Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
559 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
72%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Hope Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Sliding scale
Admissions Director
Lisa CasaDeCalvo
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Lions
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Hope Academy offer?
Hope Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.
What is Hope Academy's ranking?
Hope Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Hope Academy?
The application deadline for Hope Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hope Academy located?
Hope Academy is located in the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other private schools located in Phillips.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 559 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Minneapolis, MN is $12,157 for elementary schools and $19,710 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minneapolis, MN is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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