Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion's student population of 279 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is 0.75, 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
#333 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion's ranking?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is ranked #333 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion often compared to?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersionis 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion?
279 students attend L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion offer ?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion part of?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion located?
L'etoile Du Nord French Immersion is located in the Greater East Side neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 14 other public schools located in Greater East Side.
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