Serving 54 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (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 54 students has declined by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Rankings
Upper Mississippi Middle 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 Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#1061 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
52%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Mississippi Middle Academy's ranking?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is ranked #1061 out of 1,773 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, Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
54 students attend Upper Mississippi Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Upper Mississippi Middle Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Mississippi Middle Academy?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Mississippi Middle Academy offer ?
Upper Mississippi Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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