Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr
Charter School
563 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.
563
Total Students
34.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
8.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 471 |
| Hispanic | 26 |
| Black | 20 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 37 |
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White471 (83.7%)
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Two or More37 (6.6%)
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Hispanic26 (4.6%)
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Black20 (3.6%)
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Asian9 (1.6%)
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: | 563 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 34.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 32 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
64
Grade 1
47
Grade 2
69
Grade 3
66
Grade 4
66
Grade 5
59
Grade 6
68
Grade 7
54
Grade 8
70
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 64 |
| Grade 1 | 47 |
| Grade 2 | 69 |
| Grade 3 | 66 |
| Grade 4 | 66 |
| Grade 5 | 59 |
| Grade 6 | 68 |
| Grade 7 | 54 |
| Grade 8 | 70 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 273 | 48.5% |
| Male | 290 | 51.5% |
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