Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, The Heights Community 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Heights Community School's student population of 346 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Heights Community 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 The Heights Community School is 0.74, 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
#1502 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
40%
7%
Hispanic
22%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
9%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Heights Community School's ranking?
The Heights Community School is ranked #1502 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend The Heights Community School?
346 students attend The Heights Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of The Heights Community School students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Heights Community School?
The Heights Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Heights Community School offer ?
The Heights Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Heights Community School part of?
The Heights Community School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is The Heights Community School located?
The Heights Community School is located in the Greater East Side neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Greater East Side.
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