Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo 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 30% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phalen Lake Hmong Studies Magnet serves students in the northeast part of Saint Paul, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo 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 Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo is 0.13, 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
#1453 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
93%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo's ranking?
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo is ranked #1453 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo often compared to?
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lois often viewed alongside schools like Hmong College Prep Academy High School, Hmong College Prep Academy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo?
638 students attend Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo?
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo offer ?
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo part of?
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo located?
Txuj Ci Hmong Language & Culture Lo is located in the Payne Phalen neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 16 other public schools located in Payne Phalen.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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