Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Matoska International ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Matoska International's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 46 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matoska International's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Matoska International 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 Matoska International is 0.49, which is less 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
#601 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
70%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matoska International's ranking?
Matoska International is ranked #601 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Matoska International often compared to?
Matoska Internationalis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Elementary School, Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Matoska International?
543 students attend Matoska International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Matoska International students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matoska International?
Matoska International has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matoska International offer ?
Matoska International offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matoska International part of?
Matoska International is part of White Bear Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Matoska International located?
Matoska International is located in the Central Minneapolis neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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