Nova Classical Academy is a K–12 charter school in St. Paul, Minnesota, that follows the classical model for education. Its executive director is Dr. Brett Wedlund, and it has a student enrollment of 990.
Serving 556 students in grades 6-12, Nova Classical Academy Upper School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nova Classical Academy Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nova Classical Academy Upper School's student population of 556 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Nova Classical Academy Upper School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nova Classical Academy Upper School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
54%
60%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nova Classical Academy Upper School's ranking?
Nova Classical Academy Upper School is ranked #37 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nova Classical Academy Upper School?
The graduation rate of Nova Classical Academy Upper School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Nova Classical Academy Upper School?
556 students attend Nova Classical Academy Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nova Classical Academy Upper School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nova Classical Academy Upper School?
Nova Classical Academy Upper School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nova Classical Academy Upper School offer ?
Nova Classical Academy Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nova Classical Academy Upper School part of?
Nova Classical Academy Upper School is part of Nova Classical Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Nova Classical Academy Upper School located?
Nova Classical Academy Upper School is located in the West Seventh Fort Road neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in West Seventh Fort Road.
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