Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Summary:

Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School is an elementary school in Saint Paul, Minnesota that serves grades PK-8, with a predominantly Hispanic student population of 97.26%. Despite serving a high-needs community, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10% of Minnesota elementary schools over the past decade, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The school's academic performance is a significant concern, with only 4.79% of students proficient or better in Math and 15.02% proficient or better in Reading, compared to state averages of 45.47% and 49.85% respectively. This persistent underperformance is particularly troubling given the school's high percentage of students from low-income families (85.92%), which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the school has a relatively high student-teacher ratio of 14.4, which may be a contributing factor to its struggles.

When compared to nearby schools serving similar demographics, such as Txuj Ci HMong Language & Culture Lo and Achieve Language Academy, both public charter schools, Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School significantly underperforms on academic measures. This raises concerns about the school's ability to effectively serve its predominantly Hispanic and low-income student population and highlights the need for a comprehensive review of its practices and resources to identify and address the root causes of its academic challenges.


Detail:

Public, Charter PK, KG-8

 1801 Lacrosse Ave
       Saint Paul, MN  55119-4830


(651) 778-2940

District: Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

SchoolDigger Rank:
864th of 881 Minnesota Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,606 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  14.4 Help
Number of students:  547

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
97.3%
Two or more races:
1.3%
African American:
1.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  85.9% Help


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Compare Details Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School ranks worse than 98.1% of elementary schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 3.09. (See more...)
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Compare Details Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School ranks worse than 92.7% of middle schools in Minnesota. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 10.21. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (97.3%), two or more races (1.3%), African American (1.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 85.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School is 14.4. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School is $14,606.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School 864th of 881 Minnesota public elementary schools. (See Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School 505th of 545 Minnesota public middle schools. (See Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School in the ranking list.)

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Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School 446th of 463 Minnesota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 0.05 672nd 674 0.3%
2004 0.24 670th 676 0.9%
2005 0.67 675th 685 1.5%
2006 3.47 729th 756 3.6%
2007 2.79 758th 777 2.4%
2008 1.42 767th 781 1.8%
2010 6.46 761st 803 5.2%
2011 10.12 755th 814 7.2%
2012 14.43 744th 820 9.3%
2013 10.04 759th 824 7.9%
2014 9.08 760th 826 8.0%
2015 3.66 803rd 840 4.4%
2016 4.35 807th 848 4.8%
2017 2.62 818th 853 4.1%
2018 5.22 797th 847 5.9%
2019 4.25 832nd 870 4.4%
2021 4.30 827th 869 4.8%
2022 3.78 837th 858 2.4%
2023 2.37 836th 845 1.1%
2024 3.09 864th 881 1.9%
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Rank History for elementary school English Language Learner students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.13 141st 242 41.7%
2019 32.02 188th 239 21.3%
2021 28.92 146th 175 16.6%
2022 22.22 228th 256 10.9%
2023 14.95 271st 276 1.8%
2024 26.48 250th 303 17.5%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for English Language Learner Students!

Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 13.48 674th 728 7.4%
2019 10.79 695th 740 6.1%
2021 10.87 648th 683 5.1%
2022 11.54 629th 663 5.1%
2023 4.37 766th 774 1.0%
2024 5.47 779th 793 1.8%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for elementary school Female students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 5.87 731st 774 5.6%
2019 3.59 765th 787 2.8%
2021 4.64 750th 783 4.2%
2022 4.70 771st 799 3.5%
2023 2.23 782nd 787 0.6%
2024 2.95 797th 809 1.5%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for elementary school Male students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 5.53 736th 779 5.5%
2019 5.16 757th 798 5.1%
2021 4.46 751st 784 4.2%
2022 3.09 791st 808 2.1%
2023 2.92 783rd 799 2.0%
2024 3.27 807th 826 2.3%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for elementary school Hispanic students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 22.89 194th 220 11.8%
2019 19.99 198th 219 9.6%
2021 19.68 137th 153 10.5%
2022 16.02 197th 209 5.7%
2023 9.81 209th 214 2.3%
2024 14.27 231st 249 7.2%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for elementary school Native American students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 11.66 40th 42 4.8%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 10.39 480th 533 9.9%
2021 5.40 502nd 521 3.6%
2022 4.58 509th 520 2.1%
2023 3.85 524th 529 0.9%
2024 10.21 505th 545 7.3%
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Rank History for middle school English Language Learner students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.63 29th 109 73.4%
2019 53.08 40th 120 66.7%
2021 33.82 75th 102 26.5%
2022 27.85 117th 130 10.0%
2023 21.91 130th 133 2.3%
2024 37.23 97th 158 38.6%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for English Language Learner Students!

Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.49 313th 401 21.9%
2019 21.69 350th 415 15.7%
2021 7.85 391st 399 2.0%
2022 9.76 391st 404 3.2%
2023 5.89 455th 459 0.9%
2024 17.70 420th 473 11.2%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for middle school Female students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.96 383rd 436 12.2%
2019 9.87 409th 439 6.8%
2021 3.49 438th 443 1.1%
2022 3.82 464th 467 0.6%
2023 3.41 453rd 455 0.4%
2024 9.02 442nd 474 6.8%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for middle school Male students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 5.90 411th 438 6.2%
2019 8.78 420th 454 7.5%
2021 8.61 412th 437 5.7%
2022 6.72 456th 476 4.2%
2023 4.02 458th 464 1.3%
2024 11.53 439th 479 8.4%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.94 122nd 163 25.2%
2019 26.93 142nd 171 17.0%
2021 16.34 148th 156 5.1%
2022 12.43 184th 188 2.1%
2023 11.93 176th 178 1.1%
2024 24.94 157th 186 15.6%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for middle school Native American students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 19.50 49th 55 10.9%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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by a citizen
Saturday, June 21, 2014

Open Quote 18/33 staff just quit, many cited administration. Teachers (though many have quit) are really involved but are underpaid and don't get support from the Principal or Executive Director. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 11 5 0 181 0 n/a n/a 0 197
2003 11 5 0 181 0 n/a n/a 0 197
2004 6 8 0 227 0 n/a n/a 0 241
2005 3 6 0 237 0 n/a n/a 0 246
2006 3 10 0 232 1 n/a n/a 0 246
2007 19 6 0 230 0 n/a n/a 0 255
2008 28 6 0 252 0 n/a n/a 0 286
2009 5 13 0 266 8 n/a n/a 0 292
2010 6 12 1 291 7 n/a n/a 0 317
2011 26 7 0 295 4 0 5 0 337
2012 7 8 1 318 2 0 5 0 341
2013 4 4 8 349 1 0 10 0 376
2014 10 4 4 365 1 0 5 0 389
2015 7 4 3 327 3 0 9 0 353
2016 7 3 6 366 2 0 8 0 392
2017 32 3 6 411 1 0 6 0 459
2018 22 4 5 471 1 0 6 0 509
2019 17 7 3 507 0 0 7 0 541
2020 21 6 0 535 1 0 5 0 568
2021 7 5 0 529 0 0 4 0 545
2022 5 7 0 529 0 0 6 0 547
2023 2 6 0 532 0 0 7 0 547

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 197 12.0 16.4 88.3
2003 197 12.0 16.4 88.3
2004 241 11.8 20.4 85.5
2005 246 14.0 17.6 93.9
2006 246 17.6 14.0 93.1
2007 255 18.6 13.7 84.7
2008 286 17.4 16.4 87.8
2009 292 19.8 14.7 96.2
2010 317 22.8 13.9 97.2
2011 337 21.8 15.4 97.3
2012 341 26.8 12.7 97.9
2013 376 25.8 14.5 98.9
2014 389 27.5 14.1 96.9
2015 353 23.0 15.3 95.5
2016 392 21.0 18.6 96.4
2017 459 25.0 18.3 95.2
2018 509 35.0 14.5 91.2
2019 541 40.0 13.5 87.8
2020 568 33.8 16.8 74.8
2021 545 34.4 15.8 28.6
2022 547 39.9 13.7 83
2023 547 37.8 14.4 85.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 197 12.0 16.4 88.3
2003 197 12.0 16.4 88.3
2004 241 11.8 20.4 85.5
2005 246 14.0 17.6 93.9
2006 246 17.6 14.0 93.1
2007 255 18.6 13.7 84.7
2008 286 17.4 16.4 87.8
2009 292 19.8 14.7 96.2
2010 317 22.8 13.9 97.2
2011 337 21.8 15.4 97.3
2012 341 26.8 12.7 97.9
2013 376 25.8 14.5 98.9
2014 389 27.5 14.1 96.9
2015 353 23.0 15.3 95.5
2016 392 21.0 18.6 96.4
2017 459 25.0 18.3 95.2
2018 509 35.0 14.5 91.2
2019 541 40.0 13.5 87.8
2020 568 33.8 16.8 74.8
2021 545 34.4 15.8 28.6
2022 547 39.9 13.7 83
2023 547 37.8 14.4 85.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $14,606

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 832nd of 870 Elementary schoolsRanks 836th of 845 Elementary schools
 3.3%
Ranks 480th of 533 Middle schoolsRanks 524th of 529 Middle schools
 9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)20.31.8
 18.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)20.31.8
 18.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Minnesota)65.659.1
 6.5%
3rd Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)15.95.4
 10.6%
   3rd Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)15.95.4
 10.6%
   3rd Grade Reading (Minnesota)54.647.4
 7.2%
4th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)16.32
 14.3%
   4th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)16.32
 14.3%
   4th Grade Math (Minnesota)63.957.1
 6.8%
4th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)16.33.9
 12.3%
   4th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)16.33.9
 12.3%
   4th Grade Reading (Minnesota)55.448.4
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)12.76
 6.7%
   5th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)12.76
 6.7%
   5th Grade Math (Minnesota)5244.4
 7.6%
5th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)25.96
 19.9%
   5th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)25.96
 19.9%
   5th Grade Reading (Minnesota)65.858.7
 7%
5th Grade Science (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)9.16
 3.1%
   5th Grade Science (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)9.16
 3.1%
   5th Grade Science (Minnesota)54.948.4
 6.5%
6th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)21.42.1
 19.3%
   6th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)21.42.1
 19.3%
   6th Grade Math (Minnesota)50.539.7
 10.8%
6th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)41.117
 24.1%
   6th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)41.117
 24.1%
   6th Grade Reading (Minnesota)62.853.4
 9.4%
7th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)11.41.6
 9.8%
   7th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)11.41.6
 9.8%
   7th Grade Math (Minnesota)52.139.7
 12.4%
7th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)25.76.4
 19.4%
   7th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)25.76.4
 19.4%
   7th Grade Reading (Minnesota)57.545.2
 12.3%
8th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)30.90
 30.9%
   8th Grade Math (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)30.90
 30.9%
   8th Grade Math (Minnesota)55.240.3
 14.9%
8th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)32.78.2
 24.5%
   8th Grade Reading (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)32.78.2
 24.5%
   8th Grade Reading (Minnesota)57.744.8
 12.9%
8th Grade Science (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)3.61.7
 2%
   8th Grade Science (Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School)3.61.7
 2%
   8th Grade Science (Minnesota)4327.6
 15.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students541547
 1.1%
African American76
 14.3%
American Indian00
Asian30
 100%
Hispanic507532
 4.9%
Pacific Islander00
White172
 88.2%
Two or More Races77
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients87.8%85.9%
 1.9%


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Students at Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School are 97% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races, 1% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 547 students attended Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School.

Academia Cesar Chavez Charter School ranks in the bottom 1.9% of Minnesota elementary schools.


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