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 720 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 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Math And Science Academy's student population of 720 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
720 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 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 0.73, 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
#44 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
30%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
32%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
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?
720 students attend Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Math And Science Academy students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 29% 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 18:1, 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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