Downtown Kindergarten serves 14 students in grades Kindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 57% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
11%
Black
50%
12%
White
43%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Downtown Kindergarten?
14 students attend Downtown Kindergarten.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Downtown Kindergarten students are Black, 43% of students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Downtown Kindergarten offer ?
Downtown Kindergarten offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten
What school district is Downtown Kindergarten part of?
Downtown Kindergarten is part of St. Paul Public School District.
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