Serving 1,066 students in grades 1-8, Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Capitol Hill Magnet/Rondo serves a central area in Saint Paul, MN, covering approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo's student population of 1,066 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,066 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
challenging academically gifted and talented students in a diverse school community
School Rankings
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo's ranking?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is ranked #200 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo often compared to?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondois often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin E Mays Ib World School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo?
1,066 students attend Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo offer ?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo part of?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo located?
Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo is located in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 4 other public schools located in Cathedral Hill.
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