Business Details
26 Years
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Affordable Faith-Based Classical Education in Minneapolis
Hope Academy was founded in 2000 to provide Minneapolis youth with a remarkable, Christ-centered education that celebrates the unique potential within every child. Our mission is to foster hope in God within students and the broader community through academic excellence, spiritual growth, and character development. We combine a classical, biblically informed curriculum with high standards for students, teachers, and families, believing that every child is an image-bearer of God with inherent value and purpose. Our small class sizes and rigorous academic approach emphasize truth, goodness, and beauty through liberal arts and great books. We maintain a tuition partnership model where generous donors cover 90% of operating costs, ensuring accessibility for all families.Our graduates consistently exceed national academic norms, with 97% graduating and 91% accepted to college or trade school. We prioritize parental involvement through classroom engagement, family events, and support resources. Our diverse student body of 690+ K-12 students reflects 84% children of color and 77% Minneapolis residents. We offer a four-week Summer Session for all K-8 students and maintain accountability through regular academic assessments. Our community-centered approach creates a supportive environment where students grow into principled leaders with clear life visions.
Services
K-12 Education
Classical Curriculum
Christ-Centered Learning
Parental Involvement Programs
Summer Session
College Preparation
Character Development
Community Partnerships
Financial Aid Consultation
Student Support Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer a Christ-centered classical curriculum emphasizing truth, goodness, and beauty
- Our tuition partnership model makes private education accessible to all families
- 97% graduation rate with students exceeding national academic norms
- Diverse student body representing 84% children of color
- Four-week Summer Session included for all K-8 students
What people say
Radical generosity
Solid high school education
Feels like a family
Exceeds academic norms
Generous financial support
Services
K-12 Education
Hope Academy provides comprehensive K-12 education through a classical, Christ-centered curriculum. Our program develops academic excellence while nurturing spiritual growth and character development in a diverse learning environment. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention.
Classical Curriculum
Our classical education model emphasizes truth, goodness, and beauty through liberal arts, great books, and Socratic seminars. Students engage in critical thinking while studying Greek, Latin, and fine arts within a biblically informed framework that fosters intellectual curiosity.
Christ-Centered Learning
Christian values form the foundation of our educational approach. Daily worship, Bible study, and chapel services integrate faith with learning. Our curriculum reflects biblical principles while maintaining academic rigor across all grade levels.
Parental Involvement Programs
We foster strong family-school partnerships through classroom participation, seven annual family events, and personalized support resources. Parents actively contribute to their children's education through structured engagement opportunities and community-building activities.
Summer Session
All K-8 students participate in our four-week Summer Session focusing on academic reinforcement and enrichment. The program maintains educational continuity while providing opportunities for creative exploration and skill development in a supportive environment.
Questions
What educational philosophy does Hope Academy follow?
We use a classical, Christ-centered model emphasizing truth, goodness, and beauty through liberal arts, great books, and biblically informed curriculum.
How does Hope Academy make education affordable?
Generous partners cover 90% of operating costs through our tuition partnership model, with customized tuition determined for each family based on financial situation.
What grade levels are offered?
We serve students from Kindergarten through 12th grade with distinct programs for Lower School (K-5) and Upper School (6-12).
What community involvement opportunities exist?
We offer seven annual family events, Parent Involvement Day, classroom engagement opportunities, and support resources for families facing challenges.
What academic outcomes can I expect?
Our students exceed national norms in math and reading, with 97% graduating and 91% accepted to college or trade school while developing strong character.
Reviews (5)
Hi Love God
Aug 08, 2020
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Worst school Ever! I beg that you dont go to this school. My son and daughter both have Autism. I thought this school was going to be good for them but I was wrong. They were bullied everyday. Teachers and students.
Somecallmetimm
Jul 21, 2020
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This school has been my home for the past 11 years and I couldnt ever believe that there could ever be anything wrong with how my school is run. Everyone is kind, loving and Jesus-caring. My teachers have shaped who I am and what I will become in my walk with Christ and my life. Overall I love this school and I would never trade my experience here
Amber Johnston
Oct 09, 2019
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I had went to Hope with high hopes that they were what they claimed to be. A religious, caring school that was concerned with helping families and providing a better education and experience for families of all different arenas. But after the three week process of me and my children spending much time and effort we were simply rejected and treated like garbage. Our spirits broken and left wondering how people can be so very cruel. The school officials were blatantly told of our experience dealing with their previous school within the initial application of my child being jumped, them not recieving
Anita Fischer
Aug 31, 2018
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I had taken my daughter out of two schools for three reason. Two of the reasons had to do with academics. I pulled my daughter out of the Catholic school because they allowed a 5th grade teacher to teach math at the 3rd grade level not in accordance with the MN standards. I pulled my daughter out of the next school because she was majorly injured and at that school 33% in considered a C grade. My daughter was denied acceptance into Hope Academy solely on the basis of her math test that Hope Academy gave for Upper School. This school is only out for those that will make them look good. They are
Roger Messner
Jun 16, 2016
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Hope Academy provides an AMAZING classical education with a loving and nurturing Christian world view at an economically viable price. While most private schools charge 90% of their costs through tuition H.A. fundraises 90% and only charges 10%! Good people doing good work as you would actually expect from a Christ follower.
