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Universal Academy Middle/high
School · Universal Academy Charter School
2912 28TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
7th – 10th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
7th – 10th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Universal Academy Middle/high
Universal Academy Middle/high is a public school in Minneapolis, MN, part of the Universal Academy Charter School. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades 7th – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,865, where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Universal Academy Middle/high is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Universal Academy Middle/high offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Universal Academy Middle/high is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 2912 28TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
- Phone
- (651) 340-5994
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
2912 28TH AVE S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Universal Academy Middle/high may also want to explore other schools in the area. Longfellow Alternative High (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is South High (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Skyline Math and Science Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,865
Median Home Value
$335,500
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
35,863
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Universal Academy Middle/high has a median household income of $91,865. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $335,500, with a median rent of $1,276/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Universal Academy Middle/high
What grades does Universal Academy Middle/high serve?
Universal Academy Middle/high serves students in grades 7th through 10th.
How many students attend Universal Academy Middle/high?
Universal Academy Middle/high has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Universal Academy Middle/high?
The student-teacher ratio at Universal Academy Middle/high is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Universal Academy Middle/high a charter school?
Yes, Universal Academy Middle/high is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Universal Academy Middle/high a Title I school?
No, Universal Academy Middle/high is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Universal Academy Middle/high?
77.8% of students at Universal Academy Middle/high 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
- City Safety
- High (6,330/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Minneapolis). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 10th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (651) 340-5994
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Universal Academy Charter School- District Enrollment
- 450
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,731
Other Schools in This District
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