St. Croix Preparatory Academy

The St. Croix Preparatory Academy district in Minnesota operates three exceptional schools: St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower (elementary), St. Croix Prep Academy Middle, and St. Croix Preparatory Academy Upper (high school). These schools consistently outperform state averages in academic achievement, with all three schools ranked among the top 6 in their respective grade levels in Minnesota.

The schools' strong performance is evident across key metrics. All three schools have received a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating exceptional overall performance. In the 2023-2024 school year, the elementary school had 93.3% of students proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 45.47%. The high school also excelled, with 65.06% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 34.99%. Additionally, the high school boasts a 95.4% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.1% dropout rate.

The St. Croix Preparatory Academy schools serve a diverse student population, with a mix of racial and ethnic backgrounds. The schools also maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios, ranging from 17.6 at the elementary school to 24.8 at the middle school, suggesting effective resource utilization. Furthermore, the schools have a low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating equitable access to their high-quality educational programs.