Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet's student population of 508 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1485 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
93%
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
12%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet's ranking?
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet is ranked #1485 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet often compared to?
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Hmong College Prep Middleschool, Hmong College Prep High 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 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet?
508 students attend Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet?
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet offer ?
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet part of?
Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet is part of St. Paul Public School District.
School Reviews
5 3/15/2010
I have 3 boys at Phalen Lake Hmong Studies. I wanted a school that would teach my children the value of effort and hard work and to respect others. As well as learn how to live in a truly global society. Phalen Lake has done all of this. They have a Hmong culture program that lets the kids learn in depth about the Hmong culture always with an eye to using this learning to explore and learn about other cultures as well. This cultural education is supported by a staff that not only encourages students to work hard and do their best, but has the welfare of the students at heart. It is a fabulous environment for anyone.
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