Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks in the top 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 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Expo For Excellence Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Expo For Excellence Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#783 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
26%
12%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Expo For Excellence Elementary School's ranking?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Expo For Excellence Elementary School often compared to?
Expo For Excellence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Expo For Excellence Elementary School?
481 students attend Expo For Excellence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Expo For Excellence Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Expo For Excellence Elementary School?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Expo For Excellence Elementary School offer ?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Expo For Excellence Elementary School part of?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Expo For Excellence Elementary School located?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
I went to expo. It's amazing. The teachers do so much, and almost all seem to genuinely care. It has an excellent science and math curriculum and teachers, especially the advanced math teacher, Mr. Mueller. The only downside is the art teacher.
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