Hmong College Prep Academy MS

Charter School 624 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Hmong College Prep Academy (HCPA) Middle School, located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to a diverse student body. The school is known for its strong focus on academic achievement and character development, maintaining high expectations for its students to ensure they are prepared for the challenges of higher education and beyond. By integrating a structured learning environment with a supportive community, HCPA aims to close the achievement gap and empower students to reach their full potential.

The academy places a particular emphasis on fostering a culturally responsive environment that honors Hmong heritage while embracing a global perspective. The curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, balancing core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, and literacy—with enrichment opportunities that promote critical thinking and technological proficiency. Through its mission to create lifelong learners and responsible citizens, Hmong College Prep Academy strives to equip its middle school students with the academic foundation and personal resilience necessary for long-term success in high school and college.
624
Total Students
41.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hmong College Prep Academy MS
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic5
Black1
Asian605
Two or More13
  • Asian
    605 (97.0 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (2.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    5 (0.8 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: HMONG COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY
Phone: (651)209-8002
Website: http://www.hcpak12.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 624
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 471
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 117
Grades Taught
Grade 6 197
Grade 7 206
Grade 8 221

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hmong College Prep Academy MS
Grade Student Count
Grade 6197
Grade 7206
Grade 8221
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hmong College Prep Academy MS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28846.2%
Male33653.8%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)