Serving 437 students in grades 5-8, Global Arts Plus Upper 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 19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: A+ at Monroe serves the southwest part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most students live within a 1 to 2-mile radius, typically taking 5-10 minutes to drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Arts Plus Upper's student population of 437 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Global Arts Plus Upper 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 Global Arts Plus Upper is 0.78, 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
#1499 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
27%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Arts Plus Upper's ranking?
Global Arts Plus Upper is ranked #1499 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Global Arts Plus Upper often compared to?
Global Arts Plus Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Four Seasons Elementary School, Global Arts Plus Lower by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Global Arts Plus Upper?
437 students attend Global Arts Plus Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Global Arts Plus Upper students are Black, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Arts Plus Upper?
Global Arts Plus Upper has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Global Arts Plus Upper offer ?
Global Arts Plus Upper offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Global Arts Plus Upper part of?
Global Arts Plus Upper is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Arts Plus Upper located?
Global Arts Plus Upper is located in the West Seventh Fort Road neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 21 other public schools located in West Seventh Fort Road.
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