Serving 760 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 21:1 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 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage E-stem Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage E-stem Magnet School's student population of 760 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
E-stem Eagles
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 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. 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
21:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
35%
12%
Black
11%
12%
White
44%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: E-stem Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
760 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, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% 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 21:1, 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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