Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Expo For Excellence Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Expo For Excellence Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Expo For Excellence Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#858 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
27%
12%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Expo For Excellence Elementary School's ranking?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is ranked #858 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Expo For Excellence Elementary School often compared to?
Expo For Excellence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randolph Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Expo For Excellence Elementary School?
417 students attend Expo For Excellence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Expo For Excellence Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Expo For Excellence Elementary School?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Expo For Excellence Elementary School offer ?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Expo For Excellence Elementary School part of?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Expo For Excellence Elementary School located?
Expo For Excellence Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
I went to expo. It's amazing. The teachers do so much, and almost all seem to genuinely care. It has an excellent science and math curriculum and teachers, especially the advanced math teacher, Mr. Mueller. The only downside is the art teacher.
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