Serving 75 students in grades 6-8, Upper Mississippi Middle 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy's student population of 75 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Mississippi Middle 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 Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is 0.71, 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
#978 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
24%
11%
Black
12%
12%
White
45%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Mississippi Middle Academy's ranking?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is ranked #978 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Upper Mississippi Middle Academy often compared to?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Mississippi High Academy, Woodbury Middle School, Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Upper Mississippi Middle Academy?
75 students attend Upper Mississippi Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Upper Mississippi Middle Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Upper Mississippi Middle Academy offer ?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Upper Mississippi Middle Academy part of?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is part of Upper Mississippi Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Upper Mississippi Middle Academy located?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown.
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