Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy's student population of 431 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect, Honesty, Diligence, Self-Control
School Rankings
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is 0.74, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#28 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
27%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy's ranking?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is ranked #28 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy often compared to?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Yinghua Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy?
431 students attend Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy students are Asian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy offer ?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy part of?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy located?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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