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.
563
Total Students
34.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
8.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr
Demographic Student Count
White471
Hispanic26
Black20
Asian9
Two or More37
  • White
    471 (83.7%)
  • Two or More
    37 (6.6%)
  • Hispanic
    26 (4.6%)
  • Black
    20 (3.6%)
  • Asian
    9 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten64
Grade 147
Grade 269
Grade 366
Grade 466
Grade 559
Grade 668
Grade 754
Grade 870
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Twin Cities German Immersion Chrtr
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27348.5%
Male29051.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)