Very Good
#242 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 12% in state
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle
Middle School · ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY
4260 STAGECOACH TR N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#242 of 1,992
In Stillwater
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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St. Croix Prep Academy Middle
Middle School in Stillwater · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. Croix Prep Academy Middle
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle is a public middle school in Stillwater, MN, part of ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY.
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St.
Croix Prep Academy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for St. Croix Prep Academy Middle show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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St. Croix Prep Academy Middle — Students at St. Croix Prep Academy Middle score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Compares
See how St. Croix Prep Academy Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4260 STAGECOACH TR N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Croix Prep Academy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER (rated 9.3/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Hudson Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Houlton Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Houlton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stillwater, see our Stillwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER Stillwater | 0.0 mi | 9.3 |
| MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport | 1.1 mi | — |
| ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| WCJC Stillwater | 1.7 mi | — |
| SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stillwater | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES Stillwater | 1.9 mi | — |
| Bridge Transition Program Stillwater | 1.9 mi | — |
| Stillwater Middle School Stillwater | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GATE 4/5 Stillwater | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake | 2.3 mi | — |
| STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE Stillwater | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST CROIX CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stillwater | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE ST CROIX VALLEY Stillwater | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. Stillwater | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LILY LAKE ELEMENTARY Stillwater | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Houlton Elementary Houlton | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Hudson 4K Houlton | 3.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Marine Area Community School Stillwater | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| North Hudson Elementary Hudson | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,538
Median Home Value
$459,500
Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Population
36,414
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
44.8
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|---|---|
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle Columbia Heights, MN | 7.8 |
| THE BLAKE SCHOOL Hopkins, MN | 8.1 |
| LUVERNE MIDDLE Luverne, MN | 7.7 |
| LE SUEUR-HENDERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Le Sueur, MN | 7.6 |
| MONTEVIDEO MIDDLE Montevideo, MN | 7.6 |
| Litchfield Middle School Litchfield, MN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Croix Prep Academy Middle
What grades does St. Croix Prep Academy Middle serve?
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend St. Croix Prep Academy Middle?
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Croix Prep Academy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Croix Prep Academy Middle is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does St. Croix Prep Academy Middle rank in MN?
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle ranks #242 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is St. Croix Prep Academy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at St. Croix Prep Academy Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Croix Prep Academy Middle has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is St. Croix Prep Academy Middle a charter school?
Yes, St. Croix Prep Academy Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is St. Croix Prep Academy Middle a Title I school?
No, St. Croix Prep Academy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Croix Prep Academy Middle?
12.8% of students at St. Croix Prep Academy Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (651) 395-5950
Resources & Links
District
ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 1,202
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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