Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Rivereast Program ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivereast Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rivereast Program's student population of 28 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rivereast Program ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rivereast Program is 0.61, which is more 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
#1122 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
53%
12%
White
4%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
32%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivereast Program's ranking?
Rivereast Program is ranked #1122 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rivereast Program often compared to?
Rivereast Programis often viewed alongside schools like Como Park Elementary School, Guadalupe Alternative Programs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rivereast Program?
The graduation rate of Rivereast Program is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 81%.
How many students attend Rivereast Program?
28 students attend Rivereast Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rivereast Program students are Black, 32% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rivereast Program?
Rivereast Program has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rivereast Program offer ?
Rivereast Program offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Rivereast Program part of?
Rivereast Program is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Rivereast Program located?
Rivereast Program 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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