Serving 1,085 students in grades 9-12, Como Park Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,085 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Como Park Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Como Park Senior High School's student population of 1,085 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,085 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Como Park Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Como Park Senior High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1454 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
31%
7%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
32%
12%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Como Park Senior High School's ranking?
Como Park Senior High School is ranked #1454 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Como Park Senior High School often compared to?
Como Park Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Park Senior High School, Roseville Area Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Como Park Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Como Park Senior High School is 71%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Como Park Senior High School?
1,085 students attend Como Park Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Como Park Senior High School students are Black, 31% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Como Park Senior High School?
Como Park Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Como Park Senior High School offer ?
Como Park Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Como Park Senior High School part of?
Como Park Senior High School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Como Park Senior High School located?
Como Park Senior High School is located in the South Como neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in South Como.
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