Serving 823 students in grades 6-8, Highview Middle School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 42% 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)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highview Middle School serves the southwest part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 12 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highview Middle School's student population of 823 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
823 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highview Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highview Middle School is 0.62, 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
#862 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
13%
12%
White
58%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highview Middle School's ranking?
Highview Middle School is ranked #862 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Highview Middle School often compared to?
Highview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Highview Middle School?
823 students attend Highview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Highview Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highview Middle School?
Highview Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highview Middle School offer ?
Highview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highview Middle School part of?
Highview Middle School is part of Mounds View Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Highview Middle School located?
Highview Middle School is located in the Highview neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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