Serving 761 students in grades 5-8, Heritage E-stem Magnet 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 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage E-STEM Magnet School serves the northeast part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage E-stem Magnet School's student population of 761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage E-stem Magnet 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 Heritage E-stem Magnet School is 0.68, 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
#897 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
33%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
44%
60%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Blue
School Mascot
E-stem Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage E-stem Magnet School's ranking?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School is ranked #897 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Heritage E-stem Magnet School often compared to?
Heritage E-stem Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendly Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Heritage E-stem Magnet School?
761 students attend Heritage E-stem Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Heritage E-stem Magnet School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage E-stem Magnet School?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heritage E-stem Magnet School offer ?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage E-stem Magnet School part of?
Heritage E-stem Magnet School is part of West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District.
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