New Millennium Academy

Grades:
K-8
Link to enroll
School hours:
Mon-Fri 7:45AM-2:15PM
Before school care:
No
After school care:
No
District:
Charter

Minneapolis School Finder Rating

Average

About

Extra programming

NMA’s extracurricular program offers students a variety of opportunities to explore their interests beyond the classroom. Their Hmong cultural programming connects students to their heritage through activities like Hmong dance, learning the traditional qeej instrument, cooking classes, performing arts & theater, & paj ntaub (Hmong embroidery). These activities help foster pride & understanding of Hmong culture.
In addition to cultural offerings, NMA provides an athletics program. Students can participate in flag football, volleyball, & basketball, helping them build teamwork, leadership, & physical fitness. Whether in cultural or athletic activities, NMA encourages students to develop skills, confidence, & a sense of belonging.

Uniforms

Students who attend New Millennium Academy are not required to wear uniforms.

How to enroll

To enroll, contact Lisa Xiong at (763) 235-7900 or enrollment@nmaedu.org.

Students at this school

Students, by population (845 total)
  • American Indian or Alaskan Native
    0%
  • Asian
    93%
  • Black or African American
    4%
  • Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
    0%
  • Hispanic
    1%
  • Two or more races
    1%
  • White
    0%
  • English Language Learner
    51%
  • From a Low Income Background
    82%
  • Special Education
    11%

Teachers at this school

Teachers, by population (51 total)
  • American Indian or Alaskan Native
    0%
  • Asian
    35%
  • Black or African American
    7%
  • Hispanic
    4%
  • Two or more races
    0%
  • White
    54%

Average student to teacher ratio

17:1

Academics

Average

Academic performance rating

Average

Academic programming

NMA’s academic strategy is centered around five core components: 1) Curriculum, 2) Instructional Practice, 3) Hmong & English Language Development, 4) School & Student Culture Practices, & 5) Multi-Tiered System of Supports. At NMA, all students have access to relevant, engaging, standards-aligned, grade-level appropriate curriculum & texts in every core class. All teachers use challenging but engaging teaching practices. NMA commits to building students’ engagement with the Hmong & English languages & to creating a joyful, challenging, & inclusive school culture. They have created a Multi-Tiered System of Supports for all students.

Special education programming

NMA’s special education program is focused on each student receiving a full range of support & opportunities to reach their highest potential. All students succeed through individualized & differentiated support in the three foundational skill areas: academic, behavioral, & social learning. The special education program provides compliant, competent, & collaborative services to support each student’s growth.

English language learner programming

NMA’s English Language Learner (ELL) Education Vision is that all emerging multilingual students will make steady progress towards English language proficiency & achieve grade-level standards in all content areas. The three pillars of NMA’s ELL education program are access, asset-based teaching, & partnership.

Proficiency

% of students on grade level
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 Math Reading 100% 0%

2 out of 10 students are performing math at grade level

2025 math proficiency - 22%

3 out of 10 students read at grade level

2025 reading proficiency - 26%

Progress

% of students on track
2022 2023 2024 2025 Math Reading 100% 0%

4 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in math

2025 math progress - 40%

5 out of 10 students are progressing to graduate on grade-level in reading

2025 reading progress - 49%

Climate

Above Average

Climate performance rating

Above Average

School values

New Millennium Academy believes in the RHINO way. The RHINO way stands for (R)espect, (H)elp, (I)nspire, (N)ever give up, & (O)vercome.
In 2018, NMA implemented the RHINO way as values to strengthen their school’s culture. They believe that to create an inclusive & supportive school environment, all school community members & all school decisions follow the RHINO way.

Teacher retention

% of teachers who stayed at the school
67% 62% 66% 73% 78% 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 100% 0%

Attendance

% of students who regularly attend school (at least 90% of time)
74% 74% 84% 83% 2021 2022 2023 2024 100% 0%

Discipline

Number of expulsions or suspensions per every hundred students
Per 100 Students 0 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2 0 2 3 1

Equity

Above Average

Equity performance rating

Above Average

Equity vision

NMA’s equity vision is to create an inclusive & equitable educational environment where every student, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance, has access to the resources, opportunities, & support they need to succeed. This vision is driven by a commitment to breaking down system-wide challenges & addressing gaps in academic outcomes. The school fosters a culture of respect, belonging, & high expectations for all students by adopting culturally responsive teaching practices, celebrating diverse perspectives, & engaging with families & communities. Ongoing professional development for staff, data-driven decision-making, & a continuous focus on equity ensure that every student can thrive academically, socially, & emotionally.

Proficiency

% students on grade level, by student group
0% 100% City average 24% Asian City average 16% Black or African American City average 12% English Language Learner City average 24% From a Low Income Background City average 8% Special Education City average 24% All students
0% 100% City average 24% Asian City average 16% Black or African American City average 12% English Language Learner City average 24% From a Low Income Background City average 8% Special Education City average 24% All students

Progress

% of students progressing to graduate on grade level, by student group
0% 100% City average 44% From a Low Income Background City average 20% Special Education City average 44% All students City average 40% English Language Learner City average 45% Asian
0% 100% City average 44% From a Low Income Background City average 20% Special Education City average 44% All students City average 40% English Language Learner City average 45% Asian

Teacher retention

Teachers who stayed at the school last year by race/ethnicity
0% 100% City average 76% Asian City average 100% Black or African American City average 91% White
0% 100% City average 76% Asian City average 100% Black or African American City average 91% White

Teachers of color

46%

Students of color

99%

Attendance

% of students who regularly attend school (at least 90% of the time)
0% 100% City average 84% Asian City average 80% Black or African American City average 85% English Language Learner City average 83% From a Low Income Background City average 83% Special Education City average 83% All students
0% 100% City average 84% Asian City average 80% Black or African American City average 85% English Language Learner City average 83% From a Low Income Background City average 83% Special Education City average 83% All students

Discipline

Number of expulsions or suspensions for every hundred students
0% 100% City average 3 Asian City average 3 All students
0% 100% City average 3 Asian City average 3 All students

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