Serving 174 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galtier Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 174 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galtier Elementary School's student population of 174 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galtier Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galtier Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1725 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
37%
12%
White
23%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galtier Elementary School's ranking?
Galtier Elementary School is ranked #1725 out of 1,860 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Galtier Elementary School?
174 students attend Galtier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Galtier Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galtier Elementary School?
Galtier Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galtier Elementary School offer ?
Galtier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Galtier Elementary School part of?
Galtier Elementary School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Galtier Elementary School located?
Galtier Elementary School is located in the Hamline Midway neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Hamline Midway.
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