Serving 336 students in grades 9-12, St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art's student population of 336 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#575 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
6%
12%
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White
63%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
85-89%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art's ranking?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is ranked #575 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art often compared to?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Artis often viewed alongside schools like Creative Arts Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art?
The graduation rate of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is 85-89%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art?
336 students attend St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art offer ?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art part of?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is part of St Paul Conservatory Performing Art School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art located?
St. Paul Conservatory Performing Art is located in the Core neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Core.
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