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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 7 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 703 |
| Two or More | 11 |
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Asian703 (97.1%)
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Two or More11 (1.5%)
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Hispanic7 (1.0%)
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Black3 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 243 |
| Grade 7 | 248 |
| Grade 8 | 233 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 358 | 49.4% |
| Male | 366 | 50.6% |
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