Serving 119 students in grades 9-12, Leap High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leap High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Leap High School's student population of 119 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leap 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 Leap High School is 0.52, which is less 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
#1125 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
65%
10%
Black
14%
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leap High School's ranking?
Leap High School is ranked #1125 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leap High School?
The graduation rate of Leap High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Leap High School?
119 students attend Leap High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Leap High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leap High School?
Leap High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leap High School offer ?
Leap High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leap High School part of?
Leap High School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Leap High School located?
Leap High School is located in the Hamline Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Hamline Midway.
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