Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horace Mann School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horace Mann School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horace Mann School's student population of 388 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Horace Mann School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horace Mann School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
11%
12%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Mann School's ranking?
Horace Mann School is ranked #79 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Horace Mann School often compared to?
Horace Mann Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nova Classical Lower School, Randolph Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Horace Mann School?
388 students attend Horace Mann School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Horace Mann School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horace Mann School?
Horace Mann School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Horace Mann School offer ?
Horace Mann School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Horace Mann School part of?
Horace Mann School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Horace Mann School located?
Horace Mann School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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