Mmsa Elementary School

169 Jenks Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55117
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Bottom 50%
Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mmsa Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mmsa Elementary School's student population of 243 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2014

School Rankings

Mmsa Elementary School 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 Mmsa Elementary School is 0.11, 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.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1642 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
46%
25-29%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
5%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
94%
12%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.11

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
26.3%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mmsa Elementary School's ranking?
Mmsa Elementary School is ranked #1642 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mmsa Elementary School?
243 students attend Mmsa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mmsa Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mmsa Elementary School?
Mmsa Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mmsa Elementary School offer ?
Mmsa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mmsa Elementary School part of?
Mmsa Elementary School is part of Minnesota Math And Science Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Mmsa Elementary School located?
Mmsa Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in North End.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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