Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paul & Sheila Wellstone 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 12% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary serves the northwest part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
All students will be college and career ready
School Rankings
Paul & Sheila Wellstone 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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1679 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School's ranking?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School is ranked #1679 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School often compared to?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Spanish/english Dual Imme, Adams Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School?
492 students attend Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School offer ?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School part of?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul & Sheila Wellstone Elementary School located?
Paul & Sheila Wellstone 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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