Math And Science Academy

8430 Woodbury Crossing
Saint Paul, MN 55125
10/
10
Top 5%
The Math and Science Academy is a charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. It is located in the City Center neighborhood of Woodbury, Minnesota, United States. MSA is a tuition free public school open to any student in the state of Minnesota.
Serving 663 students in grades 6-12, Math And Science Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 663 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 83% (Top 1%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Math And Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

School Overview

Math And Science Academy's student population of 663 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Maroon, Silver
School Motto
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence

School Rankings

Math And Science 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 Math And Science Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#44 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
72%
46%
83%
51%
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
27%
12%
White
35%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Math And Science Academy's ranking?
Math And Science Academy is ranked #44 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Math And Science Academy?
The graduation rate of Math And Science Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Math And Science Academy?
663 students attend Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Math And Science Academy students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Math And Science Academy?
Math And Science Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Math And Science Academy offer ?
Math And Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Math And Science Academy part of?
Math And Science Academy is part of Math And Science Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 663 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 83% (Top 1%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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