MTS PEASE ACADEMY

MTS PEASE ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Minnesota Transitions Charter Sch school district, located in MINNEAPOLIS, MN with about 29 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 3 teachers, MTS PEASE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MTS PEASE ACADEMY, located in the Marcy-Holmes neighborhood of Minneapolis, is a unique public charter school specifically designed to serve students in recovery from chemical dependency. As part of the Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS) network, the academy provides a supportive, sober academic environment where students can earn their high school diplomas while maintaining their commitment to a substance-free lifestyle. By integrating traditional academics with specialized recovery support, the school aims to remove the social pressures often found in conventional high school settings, allowing students to focus on both their educational goals and their personal well-being.

The school is widely recognized for its mission to provide a safe, stable, and empathetic atmosphere for youth who have struggled with addiction. Because it is a small, specialized program, MTS PEASE ACADEMY fosters close relationships between students and staff, often involving ongoing support from counselors and recovery specialists. For students who have experienced academic disruption due to substance abuse, the academy offers a vital pathway to graduation, combining flexible learning opportunities with a structured community that prioritizes long-term health and academic success.

For more information, contact MTS PEASE ACADEMY at (612) 378-1377 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.