Hmong College Prep Academy MS

Charter School 724 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.
724
Total Students
40.7
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hmong College Prep Academy MS
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic7
Black3
Asian703
Two or More11
  • Asian
    703 (97.1%)
  • Two or More
    11 (1.5%)
  • Hispanic
    7 (1.0%)
  • Black
    3 (0.4%)
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: 724
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 471
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 117
Grades Taught
Grade 6 243
Grade 7 248
Grade 8 233

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hmong College Prep Academy MS
Grade Student Count
Grade 6243
Grade 7248
Grade 8233
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hmong College Prep Academy MS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35849.4%
Male36650.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)