Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr
Charter School
615 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Twin Cities German Immersion School (TCGIS) is a unique public charter school located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, dedicated to providing a high-quality education through the medium of the German language. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school utilizes a full immersion model where the majority of classroom instruction—especially in the early grades—is conducted in German. This immersive environment is designed to help students achieve native-like fluency in German while simultaneously mastering the core academic curriculum required by the state of Minnesota.
Beyond language acquisition, TCGIS emphasizes a rigorous academic program integrated with a deep appreciation for German-speaking cultures and traditions. The school is known for its strong community atmosphere and its commitment to fostering global citizenship, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. By combining the benefits of a tuition-free public charter education with the cognitive and social advantages of bilingualism, TCGIS offers a distinct learning experience that prepares students to succeed in an increasingly interconnected, multilingual world.
Beyond language acquisition, TCGIS emphasizes a rigorous academic program integrated with a deep appreciation for German-speaking cultures and traditions. The school is known for its strong community atmosphere and its commitment to fostering global citizenship, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. By combining the benefits of a tuition-free public charter education with the cognitive and social advantages of bilingualism, TCGIS offers a distinct learning experience that prepares students to succeed in an increasingly interconnected, multilingual world.
615
Total Students
49.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
8.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 519 |
| Hispanic | 27 |
| Black | 20 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 38 |
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White519 (84.4 %)
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Two or More38 (6.2 %)
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Hispanic27 (4.4 %)
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Black20 (3.3 %)
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Asian11 (1.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Twin Cities German Immersion Chtr |
| Phone: | (651)492-7106 |
| Website: | http://www.tcgis.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 615 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 32 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
75
Grade 1
73
Grade 2
75
Grade 3
71
Grade 4
73
Grade 5
62
Grade 6
70
Grade 7
54
Grade 8
62
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 75 |
| Grade 1 | 73 |
| Grade 2 | 75 |
| Grade 3 | 71 |
| Grade 4 | 73 |
| Grade 5 | 62 |
| Grade 6 | 70 |
| Grade 7 | 54 |
| Grade 8 | 62 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 300 | 48.8% |
| Male | 315 | 51.2% |
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