TWIN CITIES ACADEMY
TWIN CITIES ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Twin Cities Academy school district, located in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 624 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, TWIN CITIES ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
TWIN CITIES ACADEMY (TCA) is a public charter school located in the historic East Side of Saint Paul, Minnesota, serving students in grades 6 through 12. Founded with a commitment to academic excellence, the school utilizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to prepare a diverse student body for success in higher education. TCA emphasizes a culture of high expectations, character development, and a strong sense of community, ensuring that all students are challenged to reach their full potential within a supportive and structured learning environment.
The school is well-regarded for its small class sizes and personalized approach to education, which allows teachers to focus on the individual needs and growth of each student. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere that bridges the gap between middle and high school, TWIN CITIES ACADEMY aims to build a solid foundation of critical thinking and leadership skills. Their educational philosophy centers on the belief that every student, regardless of background, deserves access to a high-quality education that prepares them for long-term achievement in college and their future careers.
For more information, contact TWIN CITIES ACADEMY at (651) 205-4797 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SAINT PAUL, MN 55106-8888
(651) 205-4797
http://www.twincitiesacademy.org
TWIN CITIES ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in SAINT PAUL, MN with about 624 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Yes
- District:
- Twin Cities Academy
- Total Students:
- 624
- Teachers:
- 38.35
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 624 students
- White
- 37.5%
- Black or African American
- 24.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.3%
- Asian
- 11.4%
- Two or more races
- 8.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 50.8%
- Male
- 49.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.