HOPE Community Academy High School vs STEP Academy Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 731 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
HOPE Community Academy High School
Saint Paul · Charter high · Grades 9–12
124 students
STEP Academy Charter School
Saint Paul · Charter high · Grades 6–12
366 students
| Measure | HOPE Community Academy High School Saint Paul, Minnesota | STEP Academy Charter School Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #400 of 433 | #391 of 433 |
| National rank | #14054 of 16,910 | #13396 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 124 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 124 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEP Academy Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 26.6).
- •HOPE Community Academy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 92.1%).
- •HOPE Community Academy High School does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 22.9).
- •STEP Academy Charter School is the larger school with 366 students compared with 124.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is HOPE Community Academy High School better than STEP Academy Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), STEP Academy Charter School ranks higher (29.8 vs 26.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are HOPE Community Academy High School and STEP Academy Charter School?
About 731 m in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
HOPE Community Academy High School: 124. STEP Academy Charter School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do HOPE Community Academy High School and STEP Academy Charter School rank in Minnesota?
HOPE Community Academy High School is 400th of 433 and STEP Academy Charter School is 391st of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).