Urban Academy

Charter School 416 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Urban Academy Charter School, located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a public charter school committed to providing a holistic and rigorous educational experience for students in the Twin Cities area. The school focuses on fostering a supportive, inclusive community that emphasizes academic achievement, social-emotional development, and character building. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a personalized approach, Urban Academy seeks to ensure that every student receives the individual attention necessary to meet high academic standards while preparing them for future success in secondary education and beyond.

The school is notable for its emphasis on the "whole child," integrating culturally responsive teaching practices into its curriculum to reflect the diverse backgrounds of its student body. Beyond core academic subjects, Urban Academy prioritizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and community engagement. By partnering closely with families and the surrounding Saint Paul neighborhood, the school creates a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners and responsible, active members of their community.
416
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Urban Academy
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic5
Black42
Asian358
Two or More5
American Indian2
  • Asian
    358 (86.1%)
  • Black
    42 (10.1%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (1.2%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.2%)
  • White
    4 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
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: Urban Academy
Phone: (651)215-9419
Website: http://www.urbanacademymn.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 416
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 410
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 35
Kindergarten 68
Grade 1 71
Grade 2 66
Grade 3 31
Grade 4 25
Grade 5 38
Grade 6 34
Grade 7 26
Grade 8 22

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Urban Academy
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten35
Kindergarten68
Grade 171
Grade 266
Grade 331
Grade 425
Grade 538
Grade 634
Grade 726
Grade 822
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Urban Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21050.5%
Male20649.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)