Hga Junior High School serves 178 students in grades 6-7.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hga Junior High School is 0.04, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
98%
12%
White
2%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hga Junior High School?
178 students attend Hga Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hga Junior High School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Hga Junior High School offer ?
Hga Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Hga Junior High School part of?
Hga Junior High School is part of Higher Ground Academy School District.
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