Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-4, St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
59
School Motto
Prep for Life
School Rankings
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower ranks within the top 1% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 1773 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower's ranking?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower is ranked #4 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower often compared to?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Loweris often viewed alongside schools like Woodbury Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower?
452 students attend St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower offer ?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower part of?
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower is part of St. Croix Preparatory Academy School District.
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