Upper Mississippi Academy is a public charter school offering high-quality education to students in grades 6-12 in the St. Paul-Minneapolis metro area. Located in downtown St.

Paul, UMA provides a unique and collaborative learning environment that encourages dynamic teaching and interdisciplinary instruction. The school is committed to recognizing and supporting individual learning styles and abilities, helping students work towards their academic and lifelong goals. UMA values collaboration and believes that by working together, students, parents, faculty, administration, and the board can create a nurturing and inclusive environment.

The school fosters creativity and innovation, promoting active learning and design-thinking. UMA also emphasizes community engagement, allowing students to connect academic content with real-world situations and develop important skills for a global society. With a focus on continuous learning and celebrating the freedom to discover, UMA strives to provide a supportive and challenging educational experience for all students