Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-1, Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary's student population of 44 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
44 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
44:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
98%
12%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
How many students attend Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary?
44 students attend Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary?
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary offer ?
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary part of?
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary is part of Friendship Academy Of The Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary located?
Friendship Academy Of Arts-primary is located in the Standish neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Standish.
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