Serving 382 students in grades 6-12, Creative Arts Secondary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creative Arts Secondary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creative Arts Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creative Arts Secondary School is 0.79, 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
#1719 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
31%
12%
White
22%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creative Arts Secondary School's ranking?
Creative Arts Secondary School is ranked #1719 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Creative Arts Secondary School often compared to?
Creative Arts Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Global Arts Plus Upper, St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Creative Arts Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Creative Arts Secondary School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Creative Arts Secondary School?
382 students attend Creative Arts Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Creative Arts Secondary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creative Arts Secondary School?
Creative Arts Secondary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Creative Arts Secondary School offer ?
Creative Arts Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Creative Arts Secondary School part of?
Creative Arts Secondary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Creative Arts Secondary School located?
Creative Arts Secondary School is located in the Core neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Core.
School Reviews
Review Creative Arts Secondary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Learn how to evaluate gifted, honors, and advanced academic programs in public schools, including admission criteria, equity, and the questions every parent should ask.
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Discover how to determine if your child is ready for algebra before middle school, including the questions parents should ask and the skills students need to succeed.
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
Learn how to evaluate reading instruction in your neighborhood elementary school by recognizing effective literacy practices, asking the right questions, and understanding what quality reading instruction looks like.
