imagine…

Imagine attending a public high school in the heart of downtown St. Paul, unlike any other in the country. Learn the skills and techniques to become a professional artist from current working artists. Receive a college conservatory level arts education under the guidance of current professional artists. Prepare for college academically in on-level, advanced or AP classes.

A private school experience at a public school price.
No audition. No tuition.

50/50
arts + academics

SPCPA provides authentic arts training taught by current professional artists utilizing the conservatory model while aligned with academic state standards in English, math, science, social studies, world languages, and special education. Half of each day focuses on academics, the other on arts.

at-a-glance

we are a diverse,
focused student body.

SPCPA students come from over 40 different school districts.

90-95% of SPCPA students graduate on time.

we are prepared.

99-100% of SPCPA graduates are accepted to college.

50% of graduates pursue arts in some fashion after high school.

ON ACT TESTS

SPCPA students score 2.5 points higher than the MN average.

ON MCA's

SPCPA students score 20% higher than the state average in reading, 15% higher in science, and are typically at or above state average in math.

OUR ALUMNI SAY IT BEST

I had an amazing experience at this arts school! From the moment I walked through the door, I felt inspired by the creativity and talent all around me. The faculty and staff were incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, always pushing me to be my best and never giving up on me. Not only did I develop my artistic skills in ways I never imagined, but I also made lasting friendships with fellow students who share my passion for the arts. The resources and opportunities available at this school are unparalleled, and I feel so grateful to have been a part of such a vibrant and welcoming community. I would highly recommend this arts school to anyone looking to grow their talents and discover their potential as an artist.

Maria Briggs, Broadway actor/dancer/singer, Class of 2009

CONNECTED

An important part of SPCPA’s purpose is to connect the students and the school to the Twin Cities professional arts community in a number of ways.

what's happening

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The SPCPA Visual Art Dept. culminated their year with an exhibition this past week showcasing work from the Advanced Critique Seminar class. The showing highlighted the bold vision and deep thinking of the student artists. Visitors had the chance to engage directly with the artists, who spoke about their work with clarity, insight, and sophistication. Check out a sample of the work.

#SPCPA #saintpaulconserservatory #visualarts #studentexhibition #artseducation #YoungArtists #galleryshow #spcpacommunity #spcpaarts
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The SPCPA Visual Art Dept. culminated their year with an exhibition this past week showcasing work from the Advanced Critique Seminar class.  The showing highlighted the bold vision and deep thinking of the student artists.  Visitors had the chance to engage directly with the artists, who spoke about their work with clarity, insight, and sophistication. Check out a sample of the work.  

#spcpa #saintpaulconserservatory #VisualArts #StudentExhibition #ArtsEducation #YoungArtists #GalleryShow #spcpacommunity #spcpaartsImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

Yesterday, 20 SPCPA music students walked across the Wabasha Bridge to visit JOYFUL NOISE—a fully functioning recording studio on a boat right in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. This incredible partnership will expand next year with a J-Term project where students will record original compositions aboard the boat. Big thanks to Peter Borne, the Captain of Joyful Noise, for welcoming our students into such an inspiring creative space!

#recordinstudioonaboat #joyfulnoise #music #instrumetnalmusic #SPCPA #spcpacommunity #vocalmusic
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Yesterday, 20 SPCPA music students walked across the Wabasha Bridge to visit JOYFUL NOISE—a fully functioning recording studio on a boat right in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. This incredible partnership will expand next year with a J-Term project where students will record original compositions aboard the boat. Big thanks to Peter Borne, the Captain of Joyful Noise, for welcoming our students into such an inspiring creative space!

#recordinstudioonaboat #joyfulnoise #music #instrumetnalmusic #spcpa #spcpacommunity #vocalmusicImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

And that's a wrap!

#spcpa #classof2025 #saintpaulconservatory
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And thats a wrap!

#spcpa #classof2025 #saintpaulconservatory

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Congratulations! 🎉

Congrats to all the grads!

Congrats, Grads 🙌🏿💜

The first edition of the school’s literary journal, The Conservatory Journal, just released! Check out the link. This edition is called “Last Words Of A Shooting Star” and SPCPA Creative writing students LANDRY SIMPSON and LYLA FLUCK are the editors-in-chief. Congrats, Creative Writers!

Link to journal: sites.google.com/u/0/d/1ZZjleqCU1WY2m9qzFieOFkznGHcZZsDw/p/1AF7HVQ8q5CYhsIjoLn3SxhBJrSVvYBhd/prev…

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The first edition of the school’s literary journal, The Conservatory Journal, just released!  Check out the link.  This edition is called “Last Words Of A Shooting Star” and SPCPA Creative writing students LANDRY SIMPSON and LYLA FLUCK are the editors-in-chief. Congrats, Creative Writers!

Link to journal:  https://sites.google.com/u/0/d/1ZZjleqCU1WY2m9qzFieOFkznGHcZZsDw/p/1AF7HVQ8q5CYhsIjoLn3SxhBJrSVvYBhd/preview?authuser=0&pli=1

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Visual Art students in the Advanced Critique Seminar have put together an exhibition across the street in the space formerly known as "Nightclub Art Gallery" in the Victory Ramp. Support their work from 4-6pm on Wednesday, May 28!

#visualart #spcpa #spcpacommunity #saintpaulconservatory
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Visual Art students in the Advanced Critique Seminar have put together an exhibition across the street in the space formerly known as Nightclub Art Gallery in the Victory Ramp. Support their work from 4-6pm on Wednesday, May 28!

#visualart #spcpa #spcpacommunity #saintpaulconservatory

Congrats to the SPCPA class of 2025!

Seniors met yesterday about the upcoming Commencement Ceremony, received their caps and gowns, took a class photo in Rice Park, and then gathered in the lunchroom for pizza and cake. The ceremony is Tuesday at The O'Shaughnessy at St. Catherine University. Some tickets remain: www.etix.com/ticket/p/85207435/spcpa-2025-commencement-ceremony-saint-paul-the-oshaughnessy-at-st…

#spcpaacademics #spcpa #saintpaulconservatory
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Congrats to the SPCPA class of 2025!

Seniors met yesterday about the upcoming Commencement Ceremony, received their caps and gowns, took a class photo in Rice Park, and then gathered in the lunchroom for pizza and cake.  The ceremony is Tuesday at The OShaughnessy at St. Catherine University.  Some tickets remain: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/85207435/spcpa-2025-commencement-ceremony-saint-paul-the-oshaughnessy-at-stcatherine-university

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We love it when Alum come back to visit! Yesterday, Brigham Williams (2018) spoke with 9th and 10th grade Theatre/Musical Theatre students about his BFA program at Millikan University, life as an actor in NYC, and what it's like being on the national tour of BOOK OF MORMON for the past year. Brigham is home for a week and then back on the road – thanks for stopping by, Brigham!

See Brigham and The Book of Mormon in a city near you: thebookofmormontour.com/

#spcpaalum #musicaltheatre #spcpa #saintpaulconservatory
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We love it when Alum come back to visit!  Yesterday, Brigham Williams (2018) spoke with 9th and 10th grade Theatre/Musical Theatre students about his BFA program at Millikan University, life as an actor in NYC,  and what its like being on the national tour of BOOK OF MORMON for the past year.  Brigham is home for a week and then back on the road - thanks for stopping by, Brigham! 

See Brigham and The Book of Mormon in a city near you:  https://thebookofmormontour.com/

#spcpaalum #musicaltheatre #spcpa #saintpaulconservatory

SPCPA 11th and 12th grade dancers performed this past Saturday and Sunday at the Barbara Barker Center for Dance at the University of MN in the TU Dance showcase. The piece was choreographed by Anna Pinault at the TU Dance Center, and was made possible by an education grant provided by the MN State Arts Board – thank you TU and MSAB – great job dancers!

#scpcpacommunity #tudance #mnstateartsboard #minnesotastateartsboard #barbarabarkercenterfordance #uofmn #dance #SPCPA #saintpaulconservatory
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SPCPA 11th and 12th grade dancers performed this past Saturday and Sunday at the Barbara Barker Center for Dance at the University of MN in the TU Dance showcase.  The piece was choreographed by Anna Pinault at the TU Dance Center, and was made possible by an education grant provided by the MN State Arts Board - thank you TU and MSAB - great job dancers!

#scpcpacommunity #tudance #mnstateartsboard #minnesotastateartsboard #barbarabarkercenterfordance #uofmn #dance #spcpa #saintpaulconservatoryImage attachmentImage attachment
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