Serving 805 students in grades 6-8, Highland Park Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Park Middle School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park Middle 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 Highland Park Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1395 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
30%
11%
Black
20%
12%
White
37%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Middle School's ranking?
Highland Park Middle School is ranked #1395 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Highland Park Middle School often compared to?
Highland Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Park Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Middle School?
805 students attend Highland Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highland Park Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Middle School?
Highland Park Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park Middle School offer ?
Highland Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Highland Park Middle School part of?
Highland Park Middle School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Middle School located?
Highland Park Middle School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 12 other public schools located in Highland Park.
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