Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper's student population of 375 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2004
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
59
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper 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 St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper's ranking?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper is ranked #43 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper often compared to?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Classical Academy Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper?
The graduation rate of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper?
375 students attend St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper offer ?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper part of?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper is part of St. Croix Preparatory Academy School District.
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