Serving 512 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 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Cities Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Twin Cities Academy's student population of 512 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Twin Cities Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Cities Academy is 0.78, 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
#1623 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
28%
11%
Black
26%
12%
White
23%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
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 #1623 out of 1,860 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% 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 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Twin Cities Academy?
512 students attend Twin Cities Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Twin Cities Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, and 7% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twin Cities Academy offer ?
Twin Cities Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
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 5/19/2020
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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