Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: L'Étoile du Nord French Immersion serves the eastern part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with distances to the edges of the attendance zone averaging about 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion's student population of 282 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is 0.74, 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
#274 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion's ranking?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is ranked #274 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion often compared to?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion?
282 students attend L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion offer ?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion part of?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion located?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is located in the Greater East Side neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Greater East Side.
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