Universal Academy Middle/high serves 154 students in grades 7-11.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Universal Academy Middle/high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Universal Academy Middle/high's student population of 154 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Universal Academy Middle/high is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
95%
12%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Universal Academy Middle/high?
154 students attend Universal Academy Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Universal Academy Middle/high students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Universal Academy Middle/high?
Universal Academy Middle/high has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Universal Academy Middle/high offer ?
Universal Academy Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 7-11
What school district is Universal Academy Middle/high part of?
Universal Academy Middle/high is part of Universal Academy Charter School District.
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