Serving 388 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 90-94% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy's student population of 388 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
36%
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
28%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #25 out of 1,860 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?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% 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?
388 students attend Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy offer ?
Jie Ming Mandarin Immersion Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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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