North Metro Flex Academy

2350 Helen St N
Saint Paul, MN 55109
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-6, North Metro Flex Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Metro Flex Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

North Metro Flex Academy's student population of 146 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2016
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
12 students

School Rankings

North Metro Flex Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Metro Flex Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1468 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
46%
30-34%
51%
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
23%
12%
Black
36%
12%
White
25%
60%
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.75
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Metro Flex Academy's ranking?
North Metro Flex Academy is ranked #1468 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Metro Flex Academy often compared to?
North Metro Flex Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cowern Elementary School, Eagle Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Metro Flex Academy?
146 students attend North Metro Flex Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of North Metro Flex Academy students are Black, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Metro Flex Academy?
North Metro Flex Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Metro Flex Academy offer ?
North Metro Flex Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Metro Flex Academy part of?
North Metro Flex Academy is part of North Metro Flex Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 146 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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