Serving 547 students in grades 6-12, Twin Cities Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Cities Academy's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Twin Cities Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Cities Academy is 0.76, 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
#1559 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Cities Academy's ranking?
Twin Cities Academy is ranked #1559 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Twin Cities Academy often compared to?
Twin Cities Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Murray Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Twin Cities Academy?
The graduation rate of Twin Cities Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Twin Cities Academy?
547 students attend Twin Cities Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Twin Cities Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Cities Academy?
Twin Cities Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Twin Cities Academy offer ?
Twin Cities Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Twin Cities Academy part of?
Twin Cities Academy is part of Twin Cities Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Cities Academy located?
Twin Cities Academy is located in the Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The staff and administration at Twin Cities Academy truly care about all students and do their best to make school a positive experience for everyone. For a small school, they offer a wide range of courses and have opportunities for every student to succeed, both within and outside of the classroom. The student body is very diverse, and the school feels like a tight-knit community. Overall, I would absolutely recommend Twin Cities Academy to any potential families or employees!
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