Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Global Arts Plus Lower 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Global Arts Plus Lower ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Global Arts Plus Lower's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Global Arts Plus Lower 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 Global Arts Plus Lower is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1429 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
23%
12%
White
32%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Arts Plus Lower's ranking?
Global Arts Plus Lower is ranked #1429 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Global Arts Plus Lower often compared to?
Global Arts Plus Loweris often viewed alongside schools like Four Seasons Elementary School, Global Arts Plus Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Global Arts Plus Lower?
396 students attend Global Arts Plus Lower.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Global Arts Plus Lower students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Global Arts Plus Lower?
Global Arts Plus Lower has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Global Arts Plus Lower offer ?
Global Arts Plus Lower offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Global Arts Plus Lower part of?
Global Arts Plus Lower is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Arts Plus Lower located?
Global Arts Plus Lower is located in the Summit Hill neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2008
Linwood A+ has a fantastic, inclusive academic approach that uses different forms of arts (dance, music, singing, creative movement, drama, etc) to teach children in all disciplines (reading, writing, science, math, social studies). I would highly recommend Linwood A+ to any parent. The staff and principle are top notch!
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