Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Farnsworth Aerospace Lower 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 20-24% (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 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farnsworth Aerospace Lower serves the northeastern part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
“The Home of Future Leaders”
School Rankings
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower 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 Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is 0.66, 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
#1550 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsworth Aerospace Lower's ranking?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is ranked #1550 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Farnsworth Aerospace Lower often compared to?
Farnsworth Aerospace Loweris often viewed alongside schools like Farnsworth Aerospace Upper, Johnson Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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).
How many students attend Farnsworth Aerospace Lower?
466 students attend Farnsworth Aerospace Lower.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Farnsworth Aerospace Lower students are Asian, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farnsworth Aerospace Lower?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Farnsworth Aerospace Lower offer ?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farnsworth Aerospace Lower part of?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Farnsworth Aerospace Lower located?
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower is located in the Payne Phalen neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in Payne Phalen.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school in ST. Paul - The programs are well executed. The faculty and administration are engaged with the students. They treat each other with great respect. The kids have impeccable manners. They have been guided well. Their music program is comprehensive and inclusive. As an outsider who has visited many elementary schools in Minneapolis and St. Paul, I think this is far and away the best school.
5 10/10/2025
My name is Henry Nick, I was a student In farnsworth in St.Paul from grades k-6 and it helped structure my life ! I am now a college student and 20 years of age and I still keep the memories from this school with me, as well as talk to alot of my class mates from farnsworth, I would reccomend everyone to attend farnsworth !
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