Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jj Hill Montessori 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JJ Hill Montessori serves the west part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jj Hill Montessori's student population of 360 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To nurture and empower individuals to become lifelong learners, skilled peace-makers and problem solvers.
School Rankings
Jj Hill Montessori 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 Jj Hill Montessori is 0.65, 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
#1348 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jj Hill Montessori's ranking?
Jj Hill Montessori is ranked #1348 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jj Hill Montessori often compared to?
Jj Hill Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Great River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jj Hill Montessori?
360 students attend Jj Hill Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jj Hill Montessori students are White, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jj Hill Montessori?
Jj Hill Montessori has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jj Hill Montessori offer ?
Jj Hill Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jj Hill Montessori part of?
Jj Hill Montessori is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Jj Hill Montessori located?
Jj Hill Montessori is located in the Summit University neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Summit University.
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