Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Paul City Primary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul City Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Paul City Primary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
St. Paul City Primary 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 St. Paul City Primary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1761 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
45%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul City Primary School's ranking?
St. Paul City Primary School is ranked #1761 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Paul City Primary School often compared to?
St. Paul City Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul City Middle School, St. Paul City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Paul City Primary School?
299 students attend St. Paul City Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of St. Paul City Primary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul City Primary School?
St. Paul City Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul City Primary School offer ?
St. Paul City Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul City Primary School part of?
St. Paul City Primary School is part of St. Paul City School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Paul City Primary School located?
St. Paul City Primary School is located in the South Frogtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in South Frogtown.
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