Serving 150 students in grades 9-12, Upper Mississippi High Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upper Mississippi High Academy's student population of 150 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Mississippi High Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Mississippi High Academy is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#627 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Mississippi High Academy's ranking?
Upper Mississippi High Academy is ranked #627 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Upper Mississippi High Academy often compared to?
Upper Mississippi High Academyis often viewed alongside schools like St Paul Conservatory Performing Art by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Upper Mississippi High Academy?
The graduation rate of Upper Mississippi High Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Upper Mississippi High Academy?
150 students attend Upper Mississippi High Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Upper Mississippi High Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Mississippi High Academy?
Upper Mississippi High Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Upper Mississippi High Academy offer ?
Upper Mississippi High Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Upper Mississippi High Academy part of?
Upper Mississippi High Academy is part of Upper Mississippi Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Upper Mississippi High Academy located?
Upper Mississippi High Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown.
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