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 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.

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Fun weekend field trip for Ms. Basheer's AP Stats class (and some of Alec Rutten's AP Calc students) – they went bowling this past Saturday to collect data to demonstrate knowledge of their statistical concepts and to celebrate the end of the AP Statistics exam. Students want to test their hypotheses that having a long hand will make a player a better bowler. They created a 95% confidence interval and used a significance test or Chi-Square to test their hypotheses.

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Fun weekend field trip for Ms. Basheers AP Stats class (and some of Alec Ruttens AP Calc students) - they went bowling this past Saturday to collect data to demonstrate knowledge of their statistical concepts and to celebrate the end of the AP Statistics exam. Students want to test their hypotheses that having a long hand will make a player a better bowler. They created a 95% confidence interval and used a significance test or Chi-Square to test their hypotheses.

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Senior Capstone projects in Theatre and Musical Theatre begin today! Cuttings from full-length plays and musicals perform in the Lab and Lehr Theaters over the course of the next 2 weeks. Thanks to 12th grader, Connor Moss, for the poster designs.

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Senior Capstone projects in Theatre and Musical Theatre begin today!  Cuttings from full-length plays and musicals perform in the Lab and Lehr Theaters over the course of the next 2 weeks.  Thanks to 12th grader, Connor Moss, for the poster designs.

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The 11th and 12th grade Musical Theatre's Cabaret class culminated in a successful performance of songs and stories at @ginkgocoffeehouse in St. Paul this past Friday night!

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The 11th and 12th grade Musical Theatres Cabaret class culminated in a successful performance of songs and stories at @ginkgocoffeehouse in St. Paul this past Friday night!

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SPCPA Alum, CARLYN GRANDE, is directing THE SCRIBBLER for Spiral Theater, a new-works company based in St. Paul. It runs May 16-19 at the Phoenix Theater . More info and tix: www.spiraltheater.org/scribbler

Congrats, Carlyn!

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SPCPA Alum, CARLYN GRANDE, is directing THE SCRIBBLER for Spiral Theater, a new-works company based in St. Paul. It runs May 16-19 at the Phoenix Theater .  More info and tix:  https://www.spiraltheater.org/scribbler

Congrats, Carlyn! 

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You are always in for a treat when you see a Ballet Co.Laboratory show. You will also have the opportunity to see current SPCPA dance student, ISABELLE TRACY, in the piece! The show runs May 17-19 at the E.M. Pearson Theatre. More info and tickets: www.balletcolaboratory.org/season

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You are always in for a treat when you see a Ballet Co.Laboratory show.  You will also have the opportunity to see current SPCPA dance student, ISABELLE TRACY, in the piece!    The show runs May 17-19 at the E.M. Pearson Theatre.  More info and tickets:  https://www.balletcolaboratory.org/season

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Over J-term, visual art student STELLA PIHLSTROM designed a catalogue commemorating the visual arts projects. While the catalogue is sold out, you can see Stella's design work in action in this year's yearbook! Great work, Stella! See MoreSee Less

Over J-term, visual art student STELLA PIHLSTROM designed a catalogue commemorating the visual arts projects. While the catalogue is sold out, you can see Stellas design work in action in this years yearbook! Great work, Stella!Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Fantastic!!!

Congratulations to SPCPA 11th grade Musical Theatre student, JUNIA MORROW – announced this week as a Hennepin Theatre Trust TRIPLE THREAT finalist – one of 24 in the state!

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Congratulations to SPCPA 11th grade Musical Theatre student, JUNIA MORROW - announced this week as a Hennepin Theatre Trust TRIPLE THREAT finalist - one of 24 in the state!

#spcpacommunity #spcpaarts #musicaltheatre #spcpa #saintpaulconservatory

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Congratulations

Woohoo, Junia! 🥳

Go Junia!!

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