Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter

Located at 1550 Summit Avenue in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter operates as an open, independent public charter school district within the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Set in a vibrant urban environment, this single-school district serves a focused student body of 117 pupils across grades five through eight, tailoring its curriculum specifically to the academic and developmental needs of middle-grade learners. Enrollment spans 23 fifth graders, 29 sixth graders, 40 seventh graders, and 25 eighth graders, creating an intimate educational setting designed to foster close-knit peer cohorts and personalized student engagement.

The district’s operational model is defined by a deep investment in instructional support, backed by a total workforce of over 62 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. With 33.5 FTE classroom teachers, 9.5 FTE instructional aides, and more than 19 support staff FTEs, the academy offers an remarkably low student-to-teacher ratio that ensures small-group instruction and individualized mentorship. The student body—which includes 97 female students and 20 male students—reflects a diverse demographic mix encompassing White, Hispanic, multiracial, Asian, Black, and American Indian learners. For parents, students, and educational researchers seeking a highly supported, community-focused middle school option, Laura Jeffrey Academy stands out as a unique public charter framework in the Twin Cities.