Upper Mississippi Middle Academy

Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is a charter middle school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 54 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1 with five full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school's academic performance indicates areas for growth, with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and state ranking at number 525 out of 2027 schools in Minnesota.

In English Language Arts (ELA)/Reading, 64% of students are proficient or above, while in Math, only 30% meet proficiency standards. Upper Mississippi Middle Academy is situated in a large city setting within Ramsey County. Although specific neighborhood data is not available, the school community focuses on student development and improvement, aiming to provide a supportive learning environment for its middle schoolers.

With an enrollment of 54 students, Upper Mississippi Middle Academy 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.

Upper Mississippi Middle Academy 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.